Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in Washington Square, Brookline, MA

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

Washington Square, Brookline, MA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in Washington Square overall is white, making up 69.5% of residents. The next most-common racial group is asian at 13.2%. There are more white people in the southeast areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as asian 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 Washington Square
Race
Washington Square, Brookline, MA Population
White
69.5%
Hispanic
8.1%
Black
2.2%
Asian
13.2%
Native American
0.2%
Other
6.8%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
Washington Square, Brookline, MA Population
White
69.5%
Hispanic
8.1%
Black
2.2%
Asian
13.2%
Native American
0.2%
Other
6.8%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for Washington Square, Brookline, MA

The map below shows diversity in Washington Square. 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.

Washington Square, Brookline, MA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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Washington Square Diversity Score

56

With a diversity score of 56 out of 100, Washington Square is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Washington Square's proper boundaries is to the south of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the southeast parts of Washington Square.

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

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