Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Central Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

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

Central Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Central Phoenix overall is hispanic, making up 49.0% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 34.3%. There are more hispanic people in the southeast areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as white 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 Central Phoenix
Race
Central Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Population
White
34.3%
Hispanic
49.0%
Black
10.1%
Asian
2.3%
Native American
1.9%
Other
2.4%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Central Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Population
White
34.3%
Hispanic
49.0%
Black
10.1%
Asian
2.3%
Native American
1.9%
Other
2.4%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Central Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

The map below shows diversity in Central Phoenix. 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.

Central Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Central Phoenix Diversity Score

58

With a diversity score of 58 out of 100, Central Phoenix is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Central Phoenix's proper boundaries is to the northwest of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the southeast parts of Central Phoenix.

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

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