Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

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

West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in West Cambridge overall is white, making up 75.4% of residents. The next most-common racial group is other at 7.5%. There are more white people in the west areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as other are most likely to be living in the northwest 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 Cambridge
Race
West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Population
White
75.4%
Hispanic
6.3%
Black
3.7%
Asian
7.1%
Native American
0.0%
Other
7.5%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Population
White
75.4%
Hispanic
6.3%
Black
3.7%
Asian
7.1%
Native American
0.0%
Other
7.5%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

The map below shows diversity in West Cambridge. 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 Cambridge, Cambridge, MA map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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West Cambridge Diversity Score

41

With a diversity score of 41 out of 100, West Cambridge is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within West Cambridge's proper boundaries is to the southeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the west parts of West Cambridge.

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

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