Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Ghent Square, Norfolk, VA

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

Ghent Square, Norfolk, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Ghent Square overall is white, making up 73.9% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 7.7%. There are more white people in the west areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as hispanic are most likely to be living in the northeast 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 Ghent Square
Race
Ghent Square, Norfolk, VA Population
White
73.9%
Hispanic
7.7%
Black
6.5%
Asian
7.6%
Native American
0.1%
Other
4.2%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Ghent Square, Norfolk, VA Population
White
73.9%
Hispanic
7.7%
Black
6.5%
Asian
7.6%
Native American
0.1%
Other
4.2%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Ghent Square, Norfolk, VA

The map below shows diversity in Ghent Square. 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.

Ghent Square, Norfolk, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Ghent Square Diversity Score

58

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

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

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