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Demographic Analysis of Waluga Neighborhood: White Majority and Increasing Diversity
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Waluga neighborhood in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is characterized by a White Majority population, with 72% identifying as White in 2022. The neighborhood demonstrates Low Diversity but shows signs of gradual diversification. The median income in 2022 was $89,365, indicating an affluent area. Waluga's proximity to Waluga Park potentially influences its demographic composition.
Over the past decade, Waluga has maintained its status as a White Majority community while experiencing a slow transition towards increased diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood exhibited extremely Low Diversity, with 85% of the population identifying as White. By 2022, the White population decreased to 72%, indicating a gradual diversification. The most significant changes occurred in the Asian and Two or More Races categories. The Asian population increased from 10% in 2013 to 13% in 2022, while those identifying as Two or More Races grew from 0% in 2013 to 11% in 2022.
The demographic shifts in Waluga correlate with significant changes in median income. The median income rose from $73,884 in 2013 to $89,365 in 2022, an increase of about 21%. There was a notable peak in median income in 2019 at $103,250, coinciding with a period of increased racial diversity. The population has remained relatively stable, growing slightly from 1,074 in 2013 to 1,285 in 2022. These economic trends suggest that the increasing diversity in Waluga is associated with growing affluence, potentially attracting more diverse, high-income residents to the area.
Waluga's trends align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in affluent suburbs. The growth in Asian population and those identifying as Two or More Races is consistent with national demographic shifts, particularly in high-income areas near major urban centers. The median income in Waluga significantly exceeds the national median, indicating that this neighborhood remains an attractive destination for high-earning professionals, potentially including those from diverse backgrounds.
Waluga remains predominantly White but is showing signs of evolving into a more diverse community. This gradual shift, coupled with rising incomes, suggests a neighborhood in transition, potentially moving towards a more multicultural, high-income profile in the coming years. The community's ability to maintain its economic status while increasing diversity could make it an interesting case study in suburban demographic evolution.
