Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Utica, MS

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

Utica, MS map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Utica overall is black, making up 60.1% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 37.2%. There are more black people in the northwest areas of the city. People who identify as white are most likely to be living in the east 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 Utica
Race
Utica, MS Population
White
37.2%
Hispanic
1.1%
Black
60.1%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.0%
Other
1.6%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Utica, MS Population
White
37.2%
Hispanic
1.1%
Black
60.1%
Asian
0.0%
Native American
0.0%
Other
1.6%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Utica, MS

The map below shows diversity in Utica. 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 city would both be considered lacking diversity.

Utica, MS map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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No diversity
 

Utica Diversity Score

74

With a diversity score of 74 out of 100, Utica is more diverse than other US cities. The most diverse area within Utica's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the city. The least diverse areas are located in the east parts of Utica.

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

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