Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Monroe Ward, Richmond, VA

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

Monroe Ward, Richmond, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Monroe Ward overall is white, making up 42.5% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 31.0%. There are more white people in the southwest areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the west 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 Monroe Ward
Race
Monroe Ward, Richmond, VA Population
White
42.5%
Hispanic
7.8%
Black
31.0%
Asian
10.4%
Native American
0.3%
Other
8.0%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Monroe Ward, Richmond, VA Population
White
42.5%
Hispanic
7.8%
Black
31.0%
Asian
10.4%
Native American
0.3%
Other
8.0%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Monroe Ward, Richmond, VA

The map below shows diversity in Monroe Ward. 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.

Monroe Ward, Richmond, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Monroe Ward Diversity Score

96

With a diversity score of 96 out of 100, Monroe Ward is much more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Monroe Ward's proper boundaries is to the northwest of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the southwest parts of Monroe Ward.

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

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