The map below shows majority race by area in North Amherst, 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 North Amherst racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
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Majority race by area
The majority race in North Amherst overall is white, making up 62.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 11.9%. 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 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 |
North Amherst, Amherst, MA Population |
|---|---|
White |
62.2% |
Hispanic |
3.2% |
Black |
11.9% |
Asian |
11.2% |
Native American |
0.1% |
Other |
11.4% |
Racial Distribution Key
White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
Self-Identified Race |
North Amherst, Amherst, MA Population |
|---|---|
White |
62.2% |
Hispanic |
3.2% |
Black |
11.9% |
Asian |
11.2% |
Native American |
0.1% |
Other |
11.4% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for North Amherst, Amherst, MA
The map below shows diversity in North Amherst. 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.
Diversity Score
Diverse
Moderately diverse
No diversity
North Amherst Diversity Score
80
With a diversity score of 80 out of 100, North Amherst is much more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within North Amherst's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the west parts of North Amherst.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- East Village, Amherst, MA: less diverse
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- Liberty Heights, Springfield, MA: less diverse
- Bay, Springfield, MA: less diverse
- McKnight, Springfield, MA: less diverse
- Sixteen Acres, Springfield, MA: less diverse
- Memorial Square, Springfield, MA: less diverse
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