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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 98941: White Majority and Racial Composition Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 98941 in Roslyn, Washington, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 284 and a median income of $68,035. From 2013 to 2022, Roslyn has maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a "White Majority." The White population decreased from 95% in 2013 to 79% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 4% in 2013 to 13% in 2022. Slight increases occurred in Asian (0% to 3%) and Two or More Races (1% to 3%) populations.
The median income in Roslyn has grown significantly. In 2013, it was $49,038, and by 2022, it reached $68,035. This represents a 38.7% increase over nine years. A substantial increase in median income occurred between 2020 and 2021 (from $68,035 to $78,301), followed by a return to the 2020 level in 2022.
The gradual diversification of the community coincides with the overall increase in median income. This may indicate that the area is attracting a more diverse population due to improving economic conditions, new residents from diverse backgrounds may be contributing to economic growth, and the community might be becoming more attractive to a wider range of residents due to a combination of economic opportunities and increasing diversity.
The trend of increasing diversity in Roslyn aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in many American communities. The significant income growth in Roslyn may outpace national averages, suggesting a particularly strong local economy or changing local dynamics. The area's persistent "White Majority" status, despite some diversification, indicates that it may be changing more slowly than some other parts of the country, particularly urban areas that have seen more rapid demographic shifts.
Roslyn remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority," but there are clear indications of a gradual transition towards greater diversity. This demographic evolution, coupled with significant economic growth, suggests a community in the early stages of transformation. If these trends continue, Roslyn may evolve into a more diverse and economically robust community in the coming years, potentially shifting towards a "Moderate Diversity" classification in the future.
