Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA

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

South Lake Union, Seattle, WA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in South Lake Union overall is white, making up 49.3% of residents. The next most-common racial group is asian at 35.6%. There are more white people in the south areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as asian are most likely to be living in the north 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 Lake Union
Race
South Lake Union, Seattle, WA Population
White
49.3%
Hispanic
5.2%
Black
3.7%
Asian
35.6%
Native American
1.5%
Other
4.7%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
South Lake Union, Seattle, WA Population
White
49.3%
Hispanic
5.2%
Black
3.7%
Asian
35.6%
Native American
1.5%
Other
4.7%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for South Lake Union, Seattle, WA

The map below shows diversity in South Lake Union. 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 Lake Union, Seattle, WA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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South Lake Union Diversity Score

78

With a diversity score of 78 out of 100, South Lake Union is more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within South Lake Union's proper boundaries is to the southeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the east parts of South Lake Union.

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

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