Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Downers Grove, IL

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

Downers Grove, IL map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Downers Grove overall is white, making up 82.7% of residents. The next most-common racial group is asian at 5.8%. There are more white people in the north areas of the city. People who identify as asian are most likely to be living in the southwest 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 Downers Grove
Race
Downers Grove, IL Population
White
82.7%
Hispanic
5.3%
Black
3.1%
Asian
5.8%
Native American
0.0%
Other
3.1%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Downers Grove, IL Population
White
82.7%
Hispanic
5.3%
Black
3.1%
Asian
5.8%
Native American
0.0%
Other
3.1%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Downers Grove, IL

The map below shows diversity in Downers Grove. 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.

Downers Grove, IL map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Downers Grove Diversity Score

76

With a diversity score of 76 out of 100, Downers Grove is more diverse than other US cities. The most diverse area within Downers Grove's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the city. The least diverse areas are located in the south parts of Downers Grove.

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

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