The map below shows majority race by area in Glen Iris, 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 Glen Iris racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
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Majority race by area
The majority race in Glen Iris overall is black, making up 45.8% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 37.4%. There are more black people in the west areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as white are most likely to be living in the central 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 |
Glen Iris, Birmingham, AL Population |
|---|---|
White |
37.4% |
Hispanic |
10.1% |
Black |
45.8% |
Asian |
4.3% |
Native American |
0.0% |
Other |
2.4% |
Racial Distribution Key
White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
Self-Identified Race |
Glen Iris, Birmingham, AL Population |
|---|---|
White |
37.4% |
Hispanic |
10.1% |
Black |
45.8% |
Asian |
4.3% |
Native American |
0.0% |
Other |
2.4% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for Glen Iris, Birmingham, AL
The map below shows diversity in Glen Iris. 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
Glen Iris Diversity Score
58
With a diversity score of 58 out of 100, Glen Iris is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Glen Iris's proper boundaries is to the north of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the south parts of Glen Iris.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- Five Points South, Birmingham, AL: more diverse
- Arlington, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
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- Norwood, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Crossgate, Vestavia Hills, AL: less diverse
- Forest Park, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Belview Heights, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Crestline, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
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