Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Highland Square, Akron, OH

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

Highland Square, Akron, OH map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Highland Square overall is white, making up 67.0% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 24.1%. 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 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 Highland Square
Race
Highland Square, Akron, OH Population
White
67.0%
Hispanic
1.2%
Black
24.1%
Asian
2.6%
Native American
0.0%
Other
5.0%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Highland Square, Akron, OH Population
White
67.0%
Hispanic
1.2%
Black
24.1%
Asian
2.6%
Native American
0.0%
Other
5.0%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Highland Square, Akron, OH

The map below shows diversity in Highland 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.

Highland Square, Akron, OH map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Highland Square Diversity Score

28

With a diversity score of 28 out of 100, Highland Square is less diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Highland Square's proper boundaries is to the southeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the northeast parts of Highland Square.

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

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