Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in San Benito County, CA

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

San Benito County, CA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in San Benito County overall is hispanic, making up 53.1% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 39.4%. There are more hispanic people in the north areas of the county. People who identify as white 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 San Benito County
Race
San Benito County, CA Population
White
39.4%
Hispanic
53.1%
Black
1.0%
Asian
3.5%
Native American
0.3%
Other
2.7%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
San Benito County, CA Population
White
39.4%
Hispanic
53.1%
Black
1.0%
Asian
3.5%
Native American
0.3%
Other
2.7%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for San Benito County, CA

The map below shows diversity in San Benito County. 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.

San Benito County, CA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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San Benito County Diversity Score

80

With a diversity score of 80 out of 100, San Benito County is more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within San Benito County's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the northwest parts of San Benito County.

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

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