Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in James City County, VA

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

James City County, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in James City County overall is white, making up 78.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 9.7%. There are more white people in the southwest areas of the county. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the east 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 James City County
Race
James City County, VA Population
White
78.2%
Hispanic
5.5%
Black
9.7%
Asian
2.5%
Native American
0.0%
Other
4.0%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
James City County, VA Population
White
78.2%
Hispanic
5.5%
Black
9.7%
Asian
2.5%
Native American
0.0%
Other
4.0%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for James City County, VA

The map below shows diversity in James City County. 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 county would both be considered lacking diversity.

James City County, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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James City County Diversity Score

74

With a diversity score of 74 out of 100, James City County is more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within James City County's proper boundaries is to the east of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the southwest parts of James City County.

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

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