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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 98610: Low Diversity and Racial Composition
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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 98610 in Carson, Washington, is classified as having Low Diversity as of 2022. The white population comprises 84% of the total, meeting the criteria for a community dominated by one racial group (over 75% of the population). Other racial groups have minimal representation. The community has a median income of $55,306 and a population of 2,375.
Carson has maintained its Low Diversity status over the past decade. The white population percentage has fluctuated between 79% and 88%. There has been a slight increase in diversity, with the Hispanic population growing from 7% in 2013 to 12% in 2016, before decreasing to 6% in 2022. The Native American population has shown variability, reaching 6% in 2016 and 2022. A small Asian population (1-2%) has emerged, and the two or more races category has grown to 3% in 2022.
The median income in Carson has experienced significant volatility. It declined from $46,206 in 2013 to $38,968 in 2015, then increased substantially from $48,210 in 2018 to $70,543 in 2021, representing a 46% rise. However, 2022 saw a sharp 22% decline to $55,306. These economic fluctuations do not strongly correlate with the subtle demographic shifts.
Carson's persistent Low Diversity categorization contrasts with the national trend towards increasing diversity in many communities. The income volatility, particularly between 2019 and 2022, may reflect broader economic uncertainties such as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery efforts. The population has remained relatively stable, growing slightly from 2,338 in 2010 to 2,375 in 2022.
Carson remains a Low Diversity community dominated by a white majority, with subtle signs of increasing diversity. The economic picture is complex, with significant income fluctuations that do not clearly correlate with demographic shifts. This suggests that local economic factors, rather than demographic changes, may be the primary drivers of income trends in this community.
