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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 98335: Persistent White Majority with Subtle Shifts
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 98335 in Artondale, Washington, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area's demographic composition shows 80% of the population identifying as white, with a median household income of $118,849. This affluent suburb has undergone subtle demographic changes and significant economic growth over the past decade.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), the community has consistently maintained a "White Majority" status, with the white population remaining above 80%. However, a slight downward trend is observed, from 87% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. The area shows indications of becoming a "Transitional Community," evidenced by a gradual increase in the Hispanic population (from 5% in 2013 to 7% in 2022) and a more significant rise in those identifying as two or more races (from 2% in 2013 to 8% in 2022).
The Asian community has remained consistent at around 3% throughout the decade. Black, Native American, and Pacific Islander populations have remained consistently low (1% or less) throughout the period.
The median household income has experienced remarkable growth, increasing from $90,289 in 2013 to $118,849 in 2022, a rise of approximately 31.6% over nine years. The population has grown from 25,627 in 2013 to 28,015 in 2022, an increase of about 9.3%. The increasing income levels coincide with the subtle diversification of the community, particularly the growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations. This could suggest that the area is attracting more affluent and diverse families.
The income growth in this zip code significantly outpaces national averages. The U.S. median household income grew by about 10% between 2013 and 2022, whereas this community saw over 31% growth. The area's racial composition changes are relatively modest compared to national trends. The high median income ($118,849 in 2022) places this community well above the national median (approximately $70,784 in 2021), indicating it is an affluent suburb.
Artondale (98335) remains a predominantly white, affluent suburb, but shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. The community's economic prosperity appears to be attracting a slowly diversifying population, particularly among Hispanic and multiracial families. These trends suggest a gradual evolution towards a more diverse community, albeit at a slower pace than many other U.S. suburbs. The correlation between increasing diversity and rising incomes could indicate that the area is attracting highly skilled, diverse professionals, potentially driven by job opportunities in nearby urban centers.
