Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in 71222, LA

The map below shows majority race by area in 71222, 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 71222 racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

71222, LA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in 71222 overall is white, making up 57.0% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 32.4%. 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 north 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 71222
Race
71222, LA Population
White
57.0%
Hispanic
9.0%
Black
32.4%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
1.0%
Other
0.5%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
71222, LA Population
White
57.0%
Hispanic
9.0%
Black
32.4%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
1.0%
Other
0.5%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for 71222, LA

The map below shows diversity in 71222. 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.

71222, LA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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71222 Diversity Score

76

With a diversity score of 76 out of 100, 71222 is more diverse than other US zip codes. The most diverse area within 71222's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the zip. The least diverse areas are located in the southeast parts of 71222.

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

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