Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Natchitoches Parish, LA

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

Natchitoches Parish, LA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Natchitoches Parish overall is white, making up 50.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 42.8%. 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 north 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 Natchitoches Parish
Race
Natchitoches Parish, LA Population
White
50.2%
Hispanic
2.3%
Black
42.8%
Asian
0.1%
Native American
1.0%
Other
3.5%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Natchitoches Parish, LA Population
White
50.2%
Hispanic
2.3%
Black
42.8%
Asian
0.1%
Native American
1.0%
Other
3.5%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Natchitoches Parish, LA

The map below shows diversity in Natchitoches Parish. 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.

Natchitoches Parish, LA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Natchitoches Parish Diversity Score

77

With a diversity score of 77 out of 100, Natchitoches Parish is more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within Natchitoches Parish's proper boundaries is to the southeast of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the southwest parts of Natchitoches Parish.

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

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