Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in St. Louis City, MO

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

St. Louis City, MO map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in St. Louis City overall is white, making up 45.3% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 43.0%. There are more white people in the southwest areas of the county. People who identify as black 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 St. Louis City
Race
St. Louis City, MO Population
White
45.3%
Hispanic
4.4%
Black
43.0%
Asian
3.8%
Native American
0.2%
Other
3.3%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
St. Louis City, MO Population
White
45.3%
Hispanic
4.4%
Black
43.0%
Asian
3.8%
Native American
0.2%
Other
3.3%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for St. Louis City, MO

The map below shows diversity in St. Louis City. 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.

St. Louis City, MO map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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St. Louis City Diversity Score

85

With a diversity score of 85 out of 100, St. Louis City is much more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within St. Louis City's proper boundaries is to the south of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the north parts of St. Louis City.

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

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