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Demographic Evolution of Redondo Neighborhood: From Moderate to High Diversity
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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 Redondo neighborhood in Federal Way, Washington, exhibits a high diversity demographic profile as of 2022. No single racial group exceeds 40% of the population. The racial composition includes Black (30%), White (22%), Hispanic (19%), and Asian (14%) communities. The median income is $55,234. Redondo is situated on the waterfront of Puget Sound.
Over the past decade, Redondo has undergone significant demographic changes. In 2013, the neighborhood had moderate diversity with a White plurality (40%). By 2017, it had become a majority-minority community. Between 2017 and 2022, it evolved into a high diversity area. The Black population increased from 16% in 2013 to 30% in 2022, while the White population decreased from 40% to 22%. The Hispanic population grew from 22% to 29% between 2013 and 2017, then declined to 19% by 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable at 12-14% throughout the decade.
The demographic shifts coincided with changes in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $41,962 to $55,234, a rise of about 32%. The population increased from 6,975 in 2013 to 7,615 in 2022. These trends suggest Redondo is becoming an increasingly attractive location for various demographic groups.
The trends in Redondo align with national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. suburbs have transitioned from predominantly White communities to more diverse neighborhoods over recent decades. Redondo's rapid pace of change and significant growth of the Black population are notable.
The economic improvement in Redondo reflects national trends of rising incomes in diverse suburban areas. The specifics of this growth may be influenced by the Seattle metropolitan area's economy and tech industry presence.
Redondo exemplifies a suburban neighborhood undergoing rapid demographic and economic changes. Its evolution from a moderately diverse area with a White plurality to a highly diverse community with no dominant racial group reflects broader national trends. The concurrent economic growth suggests that this diversity may be contributing to, or benefiting from, improved economic conditions. The future development of Redondo's character and community dynamics will be shaped by these ongoing demographic and economic trends.
