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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 98282: Predominantly White Population 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
The zip code 98282 in Camano, Washington, is classified as having Low Diversity as of 2022. The population is 88% white, meeting the criteria for racial group dominance of over 75% representation. The area has a median income of $82,225 and a population of 17,731 residents.
Over the past decade, Camano has maintained its Low Diversity status with a White Majority. The white population has decreased from 93% in 2016 to 88% in 2022, indicating a gradual diversification trend. Asian, Black, and multi-racial populations have shown slight increases. The Asian population doubled from 1% to 2% between 2013 and 2022, while the Black population increased from virtually none to 2% in the same period. The Hispanic population has remained stable at around 3-5% throughout the decade.
The median income in Camano has increased from $72,921 in 2013 to $82,225 in 2022, a 12.8% rise over nine years. This income growth correlates with the gradual increase in population diversity. The population has grown from 15,530 in 2013 to 17,731 in 2022, a 14.2% increase.
Camano remains less diverse than Washington state as a whole. In 2022, Washington state was approximately 67% white, 13% Hispanic, 9% Asian, and 4% Black, categorized as having Moderate Diversity. The state's median household income was about $84,247 in 2022, close to Camano's $82,225.
In conclusion, Camano remains a Low Diversity community with a strong White Majority, but shows early signs of a gradual shift towards increased diversity. This shift occurs alongside steady economic growth and population increase. If these trends continue, Camano may transition to a more diverse community in the coming decades, potentially aligning more closely with the state's overall demographic profile.
