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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 99027: Predominantly White with Gradual Diversification
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 99027 in Otis Orchards-East Farms, Washington, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is predominantly white, with 88% identifying as such. The current median income is $66,718, showing a slight decrease from previous years but remaining relatively stable over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, the community has consistently been classified as "Low Diversity," with the white population maintaining a significant majority. However, subtle signs of gradual diversification are evident. The white population decreased from 94% in 2013 to 88% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022.
The median income in the zip code has fluctuated over the years. In 2013, it was $62,407. It peaked at $71,455 in 2017, and stood at $66,718 in 2022. Despite fluctuations, the overall trend shows a modest increase in median income over the decade.
The trends observed in this zip code align with broader patterns seen in many suburban and rural areas across the United States. These include gradual diversification of predominantly white communities, slow but steady increase in Hispanic populations in various regions, and a growing number of individuals identifying as multiracial.
The economic stability of the area, as evidenced by the relatively consistent median income, may be a factor in attracting a more diverse population. However, the pace of change is slower than what might be observed in more urban or rapidly growing suburban areas.
Otis Orchards-East Farms remains a community with low diversity, but there are early indications of a slow transition towards increased racial and ethnic diversity. This gradual shift, coupled with stable economic conditions, suggests a community that is evolving but maintaining its core characteristics. Future years may reveal whether this trend accelerates, potentially moving the area towards a "Moderate Diversity" classification in the longer term.
