Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in University Area, Anchorage, AK

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

University Area, Anchorage, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in University Area overall is white, making up 48.8% of residents. The next most-common racial group is other at 15.2%. There are more white people in the northeast areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as other are most likely to be living in the northeast 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 University Area
Race
University Area, Anchorage, AK Population
White
48.8%
Hispanic
9.8%
Black
4.8%
Asian
12.6%
Native American
8.9%
Other
15.2%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
University Area, Anchorage, AK Population
White
48.8%
Hispanic
9.8%
Black
4.8%
Asian
12.6%
Native American
8.9%
Other
15.2%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for University Area, Anchorage, AK

The map below shows diversity in University Area. 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.

University Area, Anchorage, AK map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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University Area Diversity Score

99

With a diversity score of 99 out of 100, University Area is much more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within University Area's proper boundaries is to the south of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the northeast parts of University Area.

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

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