Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Central Islip, NY

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

Central Islip, NY map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Central Islip overall is hispanic, making up 56.6% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 20.6%. There are more hispanic people in the west areas of the city. People who identify as black 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 Central Islip
Race
Central Islip, NY Population
White
18.9%
Hispanic
56.6%
Black
20.6%
Asian
1.9%
Native American
0.0%
Other
1.9%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Central Islip, NY Population
White
18.9%
Hispanic
56.6%
Black
20.6%
Asian
1.9%
Native American
0.0%
Other
1.9%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Central Islip, NY

The map below shows diversity in Central Islip. 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.

Central Islip, NY map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Central Islip Diversity Score

94

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

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

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