Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Sitka City and Borough, AK

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

Sitka City and Borough, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Sitka City and Borough overall is white, making up 67.4% of residents. The next most-common racial group is other at 11.1%. There are more white people in the northeast areas of the county. People who identify as other are most likely to be living in the central 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 Sitka City and Borough
Race
Sitka City and Borough, AK Population
White
67.4%
Hispanic
6.9%
Black
0.3%
Asian
4.9%
Native American
9.4%
Other
11.1%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Sitka City and Borough, AK Population
White
67.4%
Hispanic
6.9%
Black
0.3%
Asian
4.9%
Native American
9.4%
Other
11.1%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Sitka City and Borough, AK

The map below shows diversity in Sitka City and Borough. 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.

Sitka City and Borough, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Sitka City and Borough Diversity Score

98

With a diversity score of 98 out of 100, Sitka City and Borough is much more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within Sitka City and Borough's proper boundaries is to the central of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the northeast parts of Sitka City and Borough.

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

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