Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Nelson, Muskegon, MI

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

Nelson, Muskegon, MI map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Nelson overall is white, making up 60.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 28.1%. There are more white people in the north areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the south 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 Nelson
Race
Nelson, Muskegon, MI Population
White
60.2%
Hispanic
7.6%
Black
28.1%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
1.2%
Other
2.0%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Nelson, Muskegon, MI Population
White
60.2%
Hispanic
7.6%
Black
28.1%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
1.2%
Other
2.0%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Nelson, Muskegon, MI

The map below shows diversity in Nelson. 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.

Nelson, Muskegon, MI map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Nelson Diversity Score

52

With a diversity score of 52 out of 100, Nelson is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Nelson's proper boundaries is to the northeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the south parts of Nelson.

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

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