Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in West Akron, Akron, OH

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

West Akron, Akron, OH map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in West Akron overall is black, making up 68.3% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 23.7%. There are more black people in the southeast areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as white 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 in West Akron
Race
West Akron, Akron, OH Population
White
23.7%
Hispanic
2.7%
Black
68.3%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.2%
Other
4.9%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
West Akron, Akron, OH Population
White
23.7%
Hispanic
2.7%
Black
68.3%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.2%
Other
4.9%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for West Akron, Akron, OH

The map below shows diversity in West Akron. 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.

West Akron, Akron, OH map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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West Akron Diversity Score

24

With a diversity score of 24 out of 100, West Akron is less diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within West Akron's proper boundaries is to the central of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the southeast parts of West Akron.

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

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