Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Near South Side, Chicago, IL

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

Near South Side, Chicago, IL map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Near South Side overall is white, making up 50.8% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 23.2%. There are more white people in the northwest 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 Near South Side
Race
Near South Side, Chicago, IL Population
White
50.8%
Hispanic
5.1%
Black
23.2%
Asian
16.8%
Native American
0.0%
Other
4.0%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Near South Side, Chicago, IL Population
White
50.8%
Hispanic
5.1%
Black
23.2%
Asian
16.8%
Native American
0.0%
Other
4.0%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Near South Side, Chicago, IL

The map below shows diversity in Near South Side. 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.

Near South Side, Chicago, IL map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Near South Side Diversity Score

79

With a diversity score of 79 out of 100, Near South Side is more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Near South Side's proper boundaries is to the south of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the west parts of Near South Side.

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

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