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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 78645 in Lago Vista, Texas, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The white population constitutes 76% of the total population. The area has experienced significant population growth, increasing from 8,964 in 2010 to 13,141 in 2022. The median income in the area reached $92,302 in 2022, indicating an affluent community.
Over the past decade, Lago Vista has maintained its status as a "White Majority" community, but there are indications of increasing diversity at a slow pace. The white population has decreased from 88% in 2013 to 76% in 2022, while the Hispanic population has grown from 10% to 17% during the same period. This trend suggests a gradual shift towards a more diverse community, though it still falls under the "Low Diversity" category.
The community shows early signs of potentially becoming a "Transitional Community." The increasing percentages of Hispanic residents and those identifying as two or more races (from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022) indicate a slow but steady diversification of the population.
The median income in Lago Vista has shown a general upward trend, rising from $86,614 in 2013 to $92,302 in 2022, with a peak of $104,224 in 2021. This increase in median income correlates with the growing population and subtle shifts in racial demographics. The rising income levels may be attracting a more diverse population, contributing to the gradual demographic changes observed.
The population growth from 8,964 in 2010 to 13,141 in 2022 represents an increase of about 46.6% over 12 years. This rapid growth could be a driving factor in the demographic shifts and economic changes in the area.
Lago Vista remains less diverse than Texas as a whole. Texas has a large Hispanic population of around 40% statewide, while Lago Vista's Hispanic population in 2022 is 17%. The median household income in Lago Vista ($92,302 in 2022) is higher than the Texas state median (approximately $64,000 in 2021), indicating that this zip code represents a more affluent area within the state.
The population growth rate in Lago Vista (46.6% over 12 years) is higher than the overall Texas growth rate (about 15% from 2010 to 2020), suggesting that this area is experiencing rapid development compared to the state average.
Lago Vista remains a predominantly white, affluent community with low diversity, but there are signs of gradual demographic shifts. The area's economic growth and rapid population increase are likely driving factors in these changes. If current trends continue, Lago Vista may transition to a more diverse community in the coming years, though this process appears to be slow and gradual compared to broader state and national trends towards increased diversity.