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Demographic Evolution of Zip Code 98367: White Majority with Increasing Racial 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
Zip code 98367 in Port Orchard, Washington, is categorized as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area has a population of 30,298 and a median income of $88,939. The white population remains dominant at 79%, but there are signs of gradual diversification over the past decade.
Throughout the observed period (2013-2022), the area has maintained a "White Majority" status, with the white population consistently above 75%. However, there is a noticeable decline from 86% in 2013 to 79% in 2022. Despite remaining in the "Low Diversity" category, the community shows signs of transitioning towards "Moderate Diversity." The percentage of non-white residents has grown from 14% in 2013 to 21% in 2022.
The Hispanic population has increased from 4% in 2013 to 8% in 2022, while those identifying as two or more races grew from 4% to 7%. This trend suggests the area may be classified as a "Transitional Community." The Asian population has remained constant at 3% throughout the decade, indicating a stable presence in the community.
The median income has shown significant growth, increasing from $79,285 in 2013 to $88,939 in 2022, with a peak of $97,773 in 2021. This upward trend suggests improving economic conditions for residents. The population has grown steadily from 26,824 in 2013 to 30,298 in 2022, an increase of about 13%. This growth may be contributing to the area's increasing diversity. The simultaneous increase in median income and diversity suggests that the area may be attracting a more diverse, economically stable population.
The trends observed in Port Orchard's 98367 zip code align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The steady increase in median income, coupled with population growth and increasing diversity, suggests that this area may be experiencing suburban gentrification or becoming an increasingly attractive location for diverse, middle-class families.
The gradual shift from "Low Diversity" towards potentially "Moderate Diversity" over the decade, while maintaining a strong economic profile, indicates that Port Orchard may be successfully integrating new residents from various backgrounds without experiencing significant economic disruption. This trend could position the area as an emerging example of suburban diversification, although it still lags behind national averages in terms of overall diversity.
Zip code 98367 remains predominantly white with low diversity, but it shows clear signs of a demographic transition. The area's economic stability and growth may be facilitating this gradual diversification, potentially setting the stage for more significant demographic changes in the coming years. Continued monitoring of these trends will be crucial to understanding the long-term demographic and economic trajectory of this community.
