Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Buffalo Soapstone, AK

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

Buffalo Soapstone, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Buffalo Soapstone overall is white, making up 87.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is other at 6.5%. There are more white people in the east areas of the city. People who identify as other are most likely to be living in the east 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 Buffalo Soapstone
Race
Buffalo Soapstone, AK Population
White
87.2%
Hispanic
3.3%
Black
0.0%
Asian
0.4%
Native American
2.5%
Other
6.5%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Buffalo Soapstone, AK Population
White
87.2%
Hispanic
3.3%
Black
0.0%
Asian
0.4%
Native American
2.5%
Other
6.5%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Buffalo Soapstone, AK

The map below shows diversity in Buffalo Soapstone. 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.

Buffalo Soapstone, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Buffalo Soapstone Diversity Score

67

With a diversity score of 67 out of 100, Buffalo Soapstone is more diverse than other US cities. The most diverse area within Buffalo Soapstone's proper boundaries is to the east of the city. The least diverse areas are located in the east parts of Buffalo Soapstone.

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

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