Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC

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

Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Downtown Columbia overall is white, making up 71.9% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 14.9%. There are more white people in the east areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black 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 Downtown Columbia
Race
Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC Population
White
71.9%
Hispanic
2.6%
Black
14.9%
Asian
6.2%
Native American
0.2%
Other
4.2%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC Population
White
71.9%
Hispanic
2.6%
Black
14.9%
Asian
6.2%
Native American
0.2%
Other
4.2%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC

The map below shows diversity in Downtown Columbia. 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.

Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Downtown Columbia Diversity Score

55

With a diversity score of 55 out of 100, Downtown Columbia is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Downtown Columbia's proper boundaries is to the northwest of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the east parts of Downtown Columbia.

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

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