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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 98530: Low Diversity and Predominantly White Population
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 98530 in Bucoda, Washington, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The community is predominantly white, with 95% of the population identifying as white. The current median income is $57,377, and the population consists of 57 individuals.
Over the past decade, Bucoda has maintained its status as a community with "Low Diversity." The white population has remained above 75% from 2013 to 2022. From 2013 to 2016, there was a slight increase in diversity, with the Hispanic population reaching 25% in 2013 and 2014. From 2017 onwards, the community solidified its "Low Diversity" status, with the white population consistently exceeding 80% and reaching as high as 96% in some years.
The median income in Bucoda has shown considerable fluctuation over the years. From 2013 to 2019, there was a general upward trend in median income, rising from $36,981 to $63,124. A notable spike occurred in 2021, with median income reaching $97,760, nearly doubling from the previous year. However, this was followed by a sharp decline to $57,377 in 2022.
The periods of higher diversity (2013-2016) coincided with lower median incomes, while the periods of lowest diversity (2018-2021) saw higher median incomes. Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 47 and 68 residents over the decade.
Bucoda appears to be moving in the opposite direction of national trends, becoming less diverse over time. This could be due to its extremely small population, where even minor changes can significantly impact percentages. The income fluctuations, particularly the 2021 spike and subsequent drop, are atypical and may be influenced by factors specific to this small community.
Bucoda represents a case of a very small, predominantly white community that has resisted broader national trends towards increasing diversity. Its economic situation appears volatile, possibly due to its small size making it susceptible to significant swings based on changes affecting just a few residents.
