Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Southampton County, VA

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

Southampton County, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Southampton County overall is white, making up 61.6% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 31.0%. There are more white people in the east areas of the county. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the southeast 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 Southampton County
Race
Southampton County, VA Population
White
61.6%
Hispanic
1.8%
Black
31.0%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.2%
Other
5.1%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Southampton County, VA Population
White
61.6%
Hispanic
1.8%
Black
31.0%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.2%
Other
5.1%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Southampton County, VA

The map below shows diversity in Southampton County. 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.

Southampton County, VA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Southampton County Diversity Score

82

With a diversity score of 82 out of 100, Southampton County is much more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within Southampton County's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the east parts of Southampton County.

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

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