The map below shows majority race by area in Riverton, 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 Riverton racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
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Majority race by area
The majority race in Riverton overall is white, making up 67.3% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 19.8%. There are more white people in the northeast areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the west 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 |
Riverton, Portland, ME Population |
|---|---|
White |
67.3% |
Hispanic |
5.4% |
Black |
19.8% |
Asian |
4.7% |
Native American |
0.0% |
Other |
2.7% |
Racial Distribution Key
White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
Self-Identified Race |
Riverton, Portland, ME Population |
|---|---|
White |
67.3% |
Hispanic |
5.4% |
Black |
19.8% |
Asian |
4.7% |
Native American |
0.0% |
Other |
2.7% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for Riverton, Portland, ME
The map below shows diversity in Riverton. 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
Riverton Diversity Score
48
With a diversity score of 48 out of 100, Riverton is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Riverton's proper boundaries is to the east of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the northeast parts of Riverton.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- North Deering, Portland, ME: less diverse
- Nasons Corner, Portland, ME: less diverse
- Deering, Portland, ME: less diverse
- Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME: less diverse
- Rosemont, Portland, ME: less diverse
- East Deering, Portland, ME: more diverse
- Oakdale, Portland, ME: less diverse
- Frenchtown, Westbrook, ME: less diverse
- Parkside, Portland, ME: less diverse
- East End, Portland, ME: less diverse
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