Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in 21902, MD

The map below shows majority race by area in 21902, 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 21902 racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

21902, MD map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in 21902 overall is white, making up 86.8% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 10.1%. There are more white people in the central areas of the zip. People who identify as black 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 21902
Race
21902, MD Population
White
86.8%
Hispanic
2.4%
Black
10.1%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.0%
Other
0.7%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
21902, MD Population
White
86.8%
Hispanic
2.4%
Black
10.1%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.0%
Other
0.7%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for 21902, MD

The map below shows diversity in 21902. 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.

21902, MD map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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21902 Diversity Score

45

With a diversity score of 45 out of 100, 21902 is about average for diversity versus other US zip codes. The most diverse area within 21902's proper boundaries is to the central of the zip. The least diverse areas are located in the central parts of 21902.

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

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