Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in South Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA

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

South Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in South Norfolk overall is black, making up 50.9% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 33.6%. There are more black people in the northeast areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as white 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 South Norfolk
Race
South Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA Population
White
33.6%
Hispanic
10.8%
Black
50.9%
Asian
1.6%
Native American
0.0%
Other
3.1%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
South Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA Population
White
33.6%
Hispanic
10.8%
Black
50.9%
Asian
1.6%
Native American
0.0%
Other
3.1%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for South Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA

The map below shows diversity in South Norfolk. 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 Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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South Norfolk Diversity Score

52

With a diversity score of 52 out of 100, South Norfolk is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within South Norfolk's proper boundaries is to the west of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the northeast parts of South Norfolk.

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

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