The map below shows majority race by area in Ward County, 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 Ward County racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
The majority race in Ward County overall is white, making up 80.7% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 6.3%. There are more white people in the southwest areas of the county. People who identify as hispanic 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 |
Ward County, ND Population |
|---|---|
White |
80.7% |
Hispanic |
6.3% |
Black |
3.9% |
Asian |
2.0% |
Native American |
2.3% |
Other |
4.8% |
Racial Distribution Key
Self-Identified Race |
Ward County, ND Population |
|---|---|
White |
80.7% |
Hispanic |
6.3% |
Black |
3.9% |
Asian |
2.0% |
Native American |
2.3% |
Other |
4.8% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for Ward County, ND
The map below shows diversity in Ward County. 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.
Diversity Score
Ward County Diversity Score
80
With a diversity score of 80 out of 100, Ward County is more diverse than other US counties. The most diverse area within Ward County's proper boundaries is to the east of the county. The least diverse areas are located in the northwest parts of Ward County.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
Nearby Counties
- McHenry County, ND: less diverse
- Renville County, ND: less diverse
- Mountrail County, ND: more diverse
- Pierce County, ND: less diverse
- Burke County, ND: less diverse
- McKenzie County, ND: less diverse
- Towner County, ND: less diverse
- Benson County, ND: less diverse
- Williams County, ND: more diverse
- Eddy County, ND: less diverse
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