Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Petersburg Census Area, AK

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

Petersburg Census Area, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Petersburg Census Area overall is white, making up 66.6% of residents. The next most-common racial group is asian at 11.6%. There are more white people in the north areas of the county. People who identify as asian are most likely to be living in the central 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 Petersburg Census Area
Race
Petersburg Census Area, AK Population
White
66.6%
Hispanic
6.1%
Black
0.7%
Asian
11.6%
Native American
5.4%
Other
9.6%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Petersburg Census Area, AK Population
White
66.6%
Hispanic
6.1%
Black
0.7%
Asian
11.6%
Native American
5.4%
Other
9.6%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Petersburg Census Area, AK

The map below shows diversity in Petersburg Census Area. 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.

Petersburg Census Area, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Petersburg Census Area Diversity Score

98

With a diversity score of 98 out of 100, Petersburg Census Area is much more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within Petersburg Census Area's proper boundaries is to the central of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the north parts of Petersburg Census Area.

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

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