The map below shows majority race by area in Southside, 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 Southside racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
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Majority race by area
The majority race in Southside overall is white, making up 55.9% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 24.6%. There are more white people in the northeast areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black 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 |
Southside, Birmingham, AL Population |
|---|---|
White |
55.9% |
Hispanic |
5.9% |
Black |
24.6% |
Asian |
10.9% |
Native American |
0.1% |
Other |
2.6% |
Racial Distribution Key
White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
Self-Identified Race |
Southside, Birmingham, AL Population |
|---|---|
White |
55.9% |
Hispanic |
5.9% |
Black |
24.6% |
Asian |
10.9% |
Native American |
0.1% |
Other |
2.6% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for Southside, Birmingham, AL
The map below shows diversity in Southside. 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.
Diversity Score
Diverse
Moderately diverse
No diversity
Southside Diversity Score
69
With a diversity score of 69 out of 100, Southside is more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Southside's proper boundaries is to the west of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the central parts of Southside.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- Highland Park, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Five Points South, Birmingham, AL: more diverse
- Redmont Park, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Forest Park, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Norwood, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Glen Iris, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Crestline, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Arlington, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
- Crossgate, Vestavia Hills, AL: less diverse
- South East Lake, Birmingham, AL: less diverse
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