Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Bethel, AK

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

Bethel, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Bethel overall is native american, making up 70.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 17.4%. There are more native american people in the northwest areas of the city. People who identify as white are most likely to be living in the south 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 Bethel
Race
Bethel, AK Population
White
17.4%
Hispanic
5.0%
Black
1.6%
Asian
2.6%
Native American
70.2%
Other
3.3%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Bethel, AK Population
White
17.4%
Hispanic
5.0%
Black
1.6%
Asian
2.6%
Native American
70.2%
Other
3.3%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Bethel, AK

The map below shows diversity in Bethel. 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 city would both be considered lacking diversity.

Bethel, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Bethel Diversity Score

94

With a diversity score of 94 out of 100, Bethel is much more diverse than other US cities. The most diverse area within Bethel's proper boundaries is to the northeast of the city. The least diverse areas are located in the northwest parts of Bethel.

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

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