The map below shows majority race by area in Westchester, 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 Westchester racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.
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Majority race by area
The majority race in Westchester overall is white, making up 49.2% of residents. The next most-common racial group is hispanic at 18.8%. There are more white people in the west areas of the neighborhood. People who identify as hispanic 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 |
Westchester, Los Angeles, CA Population |
|---|---|
White |
49.2% |
Hispanic |
18.8% |
Black |
10.4% |
Asian |
14.4% |
Native American |
0.3% |
Other |
6.8% |
Racial Distribution Key
White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
Self-Identified Race |
Westchester, Los Angeles, CA Population |
|---|---|
White |
49.2% |
Hispanic |
18.8% |
Black |
10.4% |
Asian |
14.4% |
Native American |
0.3% |
Other |
6.8% |
Diversity and Diversity Scores for Westchester, Los Angeles, CA
The map below shows diversity in Westchester. 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.
Diversity Score
Diverse
Moderately diverse
No diversity
Westchester Diversity Score
92
With a diversity score of 92 out of 100, Westchester is much more diverse than other US neighborhoods. The most diverse area within Westchester's proper boundaries is to the east of the neighborhood. The least diverse areas are located in the west parts of Westchester.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.
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- Jefferson, Culver City, CA: more diverse
- Windsor Hills, View Park-Windsor Hills, CA: less diverse
- Clarkdale, Culver City, CA: more diverse
- Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA: less diverse
- Morningside Park, Inglewood, CA: less diverse
- Palms, Los Angeles, CA: more diverse
- Hyde Park, Los Angeles, CA: less diverse
Neighborhoods with Similar Populations
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- Fordham, Bronx, NY: less diverse
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- Gramercy, Manhattan, NY: less diverse
- Greenville, Jersey City, NJ: less diverse
- Northwest, Anaheim, CA: less diverse
- Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX: less diverse
- The Heights, Jersey City, NJ: less diverse
- University City, San Diego, CA: less diverse
- University Heights, Bronx, NY: less diverse