Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in University Heights, Bronx, NY

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

University Heights, Bronx, NY map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in University Heights overall is hispanic, making up 77.7% of residents. The next most-common racial group is black at 14.4%. There are more hispanic people in the east areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as black are most likely to be living in the southwest 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 Heights
Race
University Heights, Bronx, NY Population
White
2.1%
Hispanic
77.7%
Black
14.4%
Asian
3.9%
Native American
0.2%
Other
1.8%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
University Heights, Bronx, NY Population
White
2.1%
Hispanic
77.7%
Black
14.4%
Asian
3.9%
Native American
0.2%
Other
1.8%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for University Heights, Bronx, NY

The map below shows diversity in University Heights. 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 Heights, Bronx, NY map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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University Heights Diversity Score

22

With a diversity score of 22 out of 100, University Heights is less diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within University Heights's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the east parts of University Heights.

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

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