Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in West Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

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

West Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in West Phoenix overall is hispanic, making up 84.0% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 9.4%. There are more hispanic people in the north areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as white are most likely to be living in the southeast 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 Phoenix
Race
West Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Population
White
9.4%
Hispanic
84.0%
Black
3.1%
Asian
0.4%
Native American
1.3%
Other
1.9%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
West Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Population
White
9.4%
Hispanic
84.0%
Black
3.1%
Asian
0.4%
Native American
1.3%
Other
1.9%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for West Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

The map below shows diversity in West Phoenix. 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 Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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West Phoenix Diversity Score

16

With a diversity score of 16 out of 100, West Phoenix is much less diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within West Phoenix's proper boundaries is to the southeast of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the north parts of West Phoenix.

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

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