The map below shows majority race by area in Boise, 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 Boise racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
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Majority race by area
The majority race in Boise overall is white, making up 68.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 13.8%. There are more white people in the west areas of the neighborhood. 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 |
Boise, Portland, OR Population |
|---|---|
White |
68.2% |
Hispanic |
5.6% |
Black |
13.8% |
Asian |
3.7% |
Native American |
0.4% |
Other |
8.2% |
Racial Distribution Key
White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
Self-Identified Race |
Boise, Portland, OR Population |
|---|---|
White |
68.2% |
Hispanic |
5.6% |
Black |
13.8% |
Asian |
3.7% |
Native American |
0.4% |
Other |
8.2% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for Boise, Portland, OR
The map below shows diversity in Boise. 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 neighborhood would both be considered lacking diversity.
Diversity Score
Diverse
Moderately diverse
No diversity
Boise Diversity Score
62
With a diversity score of 62 out of 100, Boise is more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Boise's proper boundaries is to the south of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the west parts of Boise.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- Overlook, Portland, OR: less diverse
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- Alberta, Portland, OR: less diverse
- Woodlawn, Portland, OR: more diverse
- Arbor Lodge, Portland, OR: less diverse
- Irvington, Portland, OR: less diverse
- Pearl District, Portland, OR: less diverse
- Slabtown, Portland, OR: less diverse
- Concordia, Portland, OR: less diverse
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