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Demographic Analysis of Soundview Neighborhood: A Predominantly White Community with Emerging Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Soundview neighborhood in Gig Harbor, as of 2022, is classified as a community with Low Diversity, characterized by a White Majority. The neighborhood has experienced population growth and economic improvement over the past decade. The median income increased from $73,215 in 2017 to $93,041 in 2022. Soundview is situated near Puget Sound and the historic downtown area of Gig Harbor.
From 2013 to 2022, Soundview maintained its status as a White Majority community, with the white population consistently exceeding 75% of the total. The white population percentage fluctuated slightly, from 87% in 2017 to 80% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased gradually from 2% in 2017 to 7% in 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable at 4-5% throughout the decade. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 2% in 2013 to 6% in 2022.
The economic trajectory of Soundview has been positive. Median income rose from $78,673 in 2013 to $93,041 in 2022, an increase of about 18% over the decade. A notable increase occurred between 2020 and 2021, with median income rising from $91,306 to $98,803, before slightly decreasing in 2022. The population grew from 4,579 in 2013 to 5,257 in 2022.
The economic growth coincided with subtle increases in diversity, particularly in Hispanic and multiracial populations. This may indicate that the neighborhood's economic opportunities are attracting a slightly more diverse population, within the context of a predominantly white community.
The slight increase in diversity in Soundview aligns with national trends of growing diversity in suburban areas. The economic growth in Soundview outpaces national averages for median income growth. The persistence of a White Majority in Soundview contrasts with more rapid diversification seen in many urban and suburban areas nationally, particularly those on the West Coast.
Soundview remains a Low Diversity, White Majority community. Subtle demographic shifts and strong economic growth suggest a neighborhood in transition. If current trends continue, it may gradually move towards increased diversity in the coming years. The economic prosperity of the area appears to be a key factor in its attractiveness to new residents, potentially driving both population growth and subtle demographic changes.
