Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in West River, New Haven, CT

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

West River, New Haven, CT map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in West River overall is black, making up 46.3% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 38.6%. There are more black people in the north areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as hispanic are most likely to be living in the south 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 River
Race
West River, New Haven, CT Population
White
12.5%
Hispanic
38.6%
Black
46.3%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
0.3%
Other
1.3%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
West River, New Haven, CT Population
White
12.5%
Hispanic
38.6%
Black
46.3%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
0.3%
Other
1.3%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for West River, New Haven, CT

The map below shows diversity in West River. 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 River, New Haven, CT map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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West River Diversity Score

47

With a diversity score of 47 out of 100, West River is about average for diversity versus other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within West River's proper boundaries is to the southwest of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the north parts of West River.

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

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