Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Newton County, GA

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

Newton County, GA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Newton County overall is black, making up 44.7% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 44.4%. There are more black people in the northwest areas of the county. People who identify as white are most likely to be living in the southeast 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 Newton County
Race
Newton County, GA Population
White
44.4%
Hispanic
5.5%
Black
44.7%
Asian
1.2%
Native American
0.1%
Other
4.0%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Newton County, GA Population
White
44.4%
Hispanic
5.5%
Black
44.7%
Asian
1.2%
Native American
0.1%
Other
4.0%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Newton County, GA

The map below shows diversity in Newton County. 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.

Newton County, GA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Newton County Diversity Score

82

With a diversity score of 82 out of 100, Newton County is much more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within Newton County's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the northwest parts of Newton County.

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

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