Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Newton Square, Worcester, MA

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

Newton Square, Worcester, MA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Newton Square overall is white, making up 74.6% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 15.4%. There are more white people in the central areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as hispanic 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 Square
Race
Newton Square, Worcester, MA Population
White
74.6%
Hispanic
15.4%
Black
4.9%
Asian
1.1%
Native American
0.3%
Other
3.7%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Newton Square, Worcester, MA Population
White
74.6%
Hispanic
15.4%
Black
4.9%
Asian
1.1%
Native American
0.3%
Other
3.7%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Newton Square, Worcester, MA

The map below shows diversity in Newton Square. 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.

Newton Square, Worcester, MA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Newton Square Diversity Score

29

With a diversity score of 29 out of 100, Newton Square is less diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Newton Square's proper boundaries is to the east of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the northwest parts of Newton Square.

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

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