Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA

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

Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Pioneer Square overall is white, making up 66.1% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 12.4%. There are more white people in the central areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the northeast 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 Pioneer Square
Race
Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA Population
White
66.1%
Hispanic
9.5%
Black
12.4%
Asian
6.6%
Native American
0.5%
Other
4.9%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA Population
White
66.1%
Hispanic
9.5%
Black
12.4%
Asian
6.6%
Native American
0.5%
Other
4.9%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA

The map below shows diversity in Pioneer 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.

Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Pioneer Square Diversity Score

84

With a diversity score of 84 out of 100, Pioneer Square is much more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Pioneer Square's proper boundaries is to the northeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the central parts of Pioneer Square.

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

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