Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in 20008, DC

The map below shows majority race by area in 20008, as self-identified on the US census. Darker shades indicate a larger racial majority in that neighborhood. This page also contains data and maps on 20008 racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

20008, DC map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in 20008 overall is white, making up 69.4% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 9.0%. There are more white people in the north areas of the zip. People who identify as hispanic are most likely to be living in the central places. The data below shows how many people identify themselves as each of the following races, which most Americans base on their family's national origin:

Race in 20008
Race
20008, DC Population
White
69.4%
Hispanic
9.0%
Black
8.9%
Asian
5.5%
Native American
0.0%
Other
7.2%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
20008, DC Population
White
69.4%
Hispanic
9.0%
Black
8.9%
Asian
5.5%
Native American
0.0%
Other
7.2%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for 20008, DC

The map below shows diversity in 20008. Areas in green are more diverse, while areas in red are much less diverse. Diversity, in this case, means a mixture of people with different race and ethnicity living close to one another. For example, all-black and all-white areas in the zip would both be considered lacking diversity.

20008, DC map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Moderately diverse
No diversity
 

20008 Diversity Score

83

With a diversity score of 83 out of 100, 20008 is much more diverse than other US zip codes. The most diverse area within 20008's proper boundaries is to the northeast of the zip. The least diverse areas are located in the north parts of 20008.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.

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