Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in South Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

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

South Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in South Los Angeles overall is hispanic, making up 61.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 26.7%. There are more hispanic people in the east areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the southwest 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 Los Angeles
Race
South Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA Population
White
5.2%
Hispanic
61.2%
Black
26.7%
Asian
4.5%
Native American
0.1%
Other
2.3%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
South Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA Population
White
5.2%
Hispanic
61.2%
Black
26.7%
Asian
4.5%
Native American
0.1%
Other
2.3%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for South Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

The map below shows diversity in South Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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South Los Angeles Diversity Score

37

With a diversity score of 37 out of 100, South Los Angeles is less diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within South Los Angeles's proper boundaries is to the northeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the east parts of South Los Angeles.

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

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