Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in River Oaks, Memphis, TN

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

River Oaks, Memphis, TN map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in River Oaks overall is white, making up 52.5% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 34.1%. There are more white people in the east areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the southeast 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 River Oaks
Race
River Oaks, Memphis, TN Population
White
52.5%
Hispanic
3.5%
Black
34.1%
Asian
6.1%
Native American
0.2%
Other
3.6%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
River Oaks, Memphis, TN Population
White
52.5%
Hispanic
3.5%
Black
34.1%
Asian
6.1%
Native American
0.2%
Other
3.6%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for River Oaks, Memphis, TN

The map below shows diversity in River Oaks. 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.

River Oaks, Memphis, TN map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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River Oaks Diversity Score

39

With a diversity score of 39 out of 100, River Oaks is less diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within River Oaks's proper boundaries is to the northeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the east parts of River Oaks.

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

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