Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA

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

Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Rittenhouse Square overall is white, making up 72.8% of residents. The next most-common racial group is asian at 13.3%. There are more white people in the central areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as asian 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 in Rittenhouse Square
Race
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA Population
White
72.8%
Hispanic
5.3%
Black
4.1%
Asian
13.3%
Native American
0.1%
Other
4.3%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA Population
White
72.8%
Hispanic
5.3%
Black
4.1%
Asian
13.3%
Native American
0.1%
Other
4.3%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA

The map below shows diversity in Rittenhouse 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.

Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Rittenhouse Square Diversity Score

44

With a diversity score of 44 out of 100, Rittenhouse Square is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Rittenhouse Square's proper boundaries is to the northwest of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the south parts of Rittenhouse Square.

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

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