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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 98321 in Buckley, Washington, is categorized as having Low Diversity with a White Majority as of 2022. The demographic composition shows 88% of the population identifying as white, with a median income of $98,676. The suburban community has experienced population growth from 17,051 in 2010 to 19,909 in 2022.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Buckley has maintained its status as a White Majority community. The white population percentage has remained relatively stable, decreasing slightly from 88% in 2013 to 87% in 2019, before returning to 88% in 2022. The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 4% in 2013 to 9% in 2020-2021, before slightly decreasing to 7% in 2022. The Asian and Native American populations have remained consistently low at around 1% each. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has fluctuated slightly between 2-4% over the decade.
The economic landscape of Buckley has seen significant changes over the past decade. Median income has risen from $80,986 in 2013 to $98,676 in 2022, representing a 21.8% increase. There was a notable spike in median income to $111,151 in 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022. The population has grown steadily from 16,746 in 2013 to 19,909 in 2022, an 18.9% increase.
These economic trends correlate with the subtle demographic shifts. The rising median income and population growth suggest that Buckley is becoming increasingly attractive to new residents, potentially including more diverse populations. The growth in the Hispanic population coincides with the period of economic prosperity, indicating that economic opportunities may be drawing a more diverse workforce to the area. Despite these changes, the persistent White Majority suggests that the economic growth has not yet led to significant demographic diversification.
The trend of increasing diversity, albeit slow, aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in suburban areas. The significant increase in median income outpaces national averages, suggesting that Buckley is experiencing stronger economic growth than many other areas. The persistence of a White Majority in Buckley contrasts with rapidly diversifying trends in many other suburban areas across the United States, particularly those near major metropolitan areas.
While Buckley remains a Low Diversity, White Majority community, there are signs of a slow transition towards greater diversity. This change is occurring alongside significant economic growth, suggesting that the area is evolving, albeit at a pace slower than many comparable suburban areas nationwide. The coming years will be crucial in determining whether these nascent diversity trends accelerate or stabilize.