The map below shows majority race by area in Elmwood, 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 Elmwood racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
WhiteHispanicBlackAsianMultiple/Other
Majority race by area
The majority race in Elmwood overall is white, making up 55.5% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 28.6%. There are more white people in the northeast areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the northwest 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 |
Elmwood, New Orleans, LA Population |
|---|---|
White |
55.5% |
Hispanic |
8.0% |
Black |
28.6% |
Asian |
5.2% |
Native American |
0.5% |
Other |
2.2% |
Racial Distribution Key
White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
Self-Identified Race |
Elmwood, New Orleans, LA Population |
|---|---|
White |
55.5% |
Hispanic |
8.0% |
Black |
28.6% |
Asian |
5.2% |
Native American |
0.5% |
Other |
2.2% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for Elmwood, New Orleans, LA
The map below shows diversity in Elmwood. 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.
Diversity Score
Diverse
Moderately diverse
No diversity
Elmwood Diversity Score
69
With a diversity score of 69 out of 100, Elmwood is more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Elmwood's proper boundaries is to the north of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the northeast parts of Elmwood.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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- Gert Town, New Orleans, LA: less diverse
- Broadmoor, New Orleans, LA: less diverse
- West End, New Orleans, LA: less diverse
- West Riverside, New Orleans, LA: less diverse
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