Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in 28039, NC

The map below shows majority race by area in 28039, 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 28039 racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

28039, NC map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in 28039 overall is black, making up 81.4% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 12.7%. There are more black people in the central 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 28039
Race
28039, NC Population
White
4.7%
Hispanic
12.7%
Black
81.4%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.2%
Other
1.0%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
28039, NC Population
White
4.7%
Hispanic
12.7%
Black
81.4%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.2%
Other
1.0%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for 28039, NC

The map below shows diversity in 28039. 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.

28039, NC map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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28039 Diversity Score

54

With a diversity score of 54 out of 100, 28039 is about average for diversity versus other US zip codes. The most diverse area within 28039's proper boundaries is to the central of the zip. The least diverse areas are located in the central parts of 28039.

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

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