Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Midtown-Memphis, Memphis, TN

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

Midtown-Memphis, Memphis, TN map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Midtown-Memphis overall is black, making up 58.1% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 34.3%. There are more black people in the southwest 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 in Midtown-Memphis
Race
Midtown-Memphis, Memphis, TN Population
White
34.3%
Hispanic
3.4%
Black
58.1%
Asian
1.6%
Native American
0.3%
Other
2.2%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Midtown-Memphis, Memphis, TN Population
White
34.3%
Hispanic
3.4%
Black
58.1%
Asian
1.6%
Native American
0.3%
Other
2.2%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Midtown-Memphis, Memphis, TN

The map below shows diversity in Midtown-Memphis. 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.

Midtown-Memphis, Memphis, TN map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Midtown-Memphis Diversity Score

23

With a diversity score of 23 out of 100, Midtown-Memphis is less diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Midtown-Memphis's proper boundaries is to the west of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the southwest parts of Midtown-Memphis.

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

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