Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in 21740, MD

The map below shows majority race by area in 21740, 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 21740 racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

21740, MD map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in 21740 overall is white, making up 71.6% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 12.6%. There are more white people in the southeast areas of the zip. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the northeast 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 21740
Race
21740, MD Population
White
71.6%
Hispanic
8.1%
Black
12.6%
Asian
2.6%
Native American
0.0%
Other
5.1%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
21740, MD Population
White
71.6%
Hispanic
8.1%
Black
12.6%
Asian
2.6%
Native American
0.0%
Other
5.1%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for 21740, MD

The map below shows diversity in 21740. 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.

21740, MD map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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21740 Diversity Score

82

With a diversity score of 82 out of 100, 21740 is much more diverse than other US zip codes. The most diverse area within 21740's proper boundaries is to the northeast of the zip. The least diverse areas are located in the southeast parts of 21740.

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

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