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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 99353: White Majority and Gradual Diversification
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
West Richland, Washington (ZIP code 99353) is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." The white population constitutes 76% of the total in 2022. The area's population has grown from 12,548 in 2010 to 18,123 in 2022. The community's median income was $109,290 in 2022.
Over the past decade, West Richland has maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a "White Majority." The white population percentage has decreased from 86% in 2013 to 76% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased from 10% in 2013 to 12% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category has grown from 1% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. These changes suggest a trend towards a "Transitional Community."
The demographic shifts correlate with economic growth. Median income has risen from $97,457 in 2013 to $109,290 in 2022, an increase of about 12%. There was a peak in median income in 2021 at $123,341, followed by a decrease in 2022. The population has grown by about 34% from 2013 to 2022.
The increasing diversity coincides with economic growth, suggesting that the area's prosperity may be attracting a more diverse population. The median income in West Richland is significantly higher than the national median household income. The area's racial composition is less diverse than the national average. The growth in the Hispanic and multiracial populations aligns with national trends, though at a slower pace than in many urban areas.
West Richland is a prosperous, predominantly white community experiencing gradual diversification. It remains categorized as "Low Diversity" with a "White Majority," but the increasing percentages of Hispanic and multiracial residents, coupled with strong economic growth, suggest a community in the early stages of demographic transition. This slow shift towards greater diversity may lead to evolving community dynamics and potentially new economic opportunities in the coming years.
