The map below shows majority race by area in Nubian 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 Nubian Square racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
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Majority race by area
The majority race in Nubian Square overall is black, making up 46.1% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 33.8%. There are more black people in the west areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as hispanic are most likely to be living in the northwest 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 |
Nubian Square, Boston, MA Population |
|---|---|
White |
8.1% |
Hispanic |
33.8% |
Black |
46.1% |
Asian |
3.5% |
Native American |
4.1% |
Other |
4.4% |
Racial Distribution Key
White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
Self-Identified Race |
Nubian Square, Boston, MA Population |
|---|---|
White |
8.1% |
Hispanic |
33.8% |
Black |
46.1% |
Asian |
3.5% |
Native American |
4.1% |
Other |
4.4% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for Nubian Square, Boston, MA
The map below shows diversity in Nubian 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.
Diversity Score
Diverse
Moderately diverse
No diversity
Nubian Square Diversity Score
77
With a diversity score of 77 out of 100, Nubian Square is more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Nubian Square's proper boundaries is to the northeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the northwest parts of Nubian Square.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
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- South Boston, Boston, MA: less diverse
- Brookline Village, Brookline, MA: less diverse
- Dorchester Heights, Boston, MA: less diverse
- Central, Boston, MA: less diverse
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