Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in South Area, Wichita, KS

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

South Area, Wichita, KS map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in South Area overall is white, making up 61.1% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 19.0%. There are more white people in the southwest areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as hispanic are most likely to be living in the east 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 South Area
Race
South Area, Wichita, KS Population
White
61.1%
Hispanic
19.0%
Black
2.3%
Asian
6.2%
Native American
1.5%
Other
9.9%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
South Area, Wichita, KS Population
White
61.1%
Hispanic
19.0%
Black
2.3%
Asian
6.2%
Native American
1.5%
Other
9.9%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for South Area, Wichita, KS

The map below shows diversity in South Area. 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.

South Area, Wichita, KS map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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South Area Diversity Score

61

With a diversity score of 61 out of 100, South Area is more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within South Area's proper boundaries is to the north of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the southwest parts of South Area.

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

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