The map below shows majority race by area in Midtown, 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 Midtown racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
The majority race in Midtown overall is black, making up 92.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 3.5%. There are more black people in the north areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as white 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 |
Midtown, Gary, IN Population |
|---|---|
White |
3.5% |
Hispanic |
2.4% |
Black |
92.2% |
Asian |
1.0% |
Native American |
0.1% |
Other |
0.9% |
Racial Distribution Key
Self-Identified Race |
Midtown, Gary, IN Population |
|---|---|
White |
3.5% |
Hispanic |
2.4% |
Black |
92.2% |
Asian |
1.0% |
Native American |
0.1% |
Other |
0.9% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for Midtown, Gary, IN
The map below shows diversity in Midtown. 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
Midtown Diversity Score
6
With a diversity score of 6 out of 100, Midtown is much less diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Midtown's proper boundaries is to the southeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the north parts of Midtown.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- Pulaski, Gary, IN: less diverse
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