New Hanover Township, New Jersey population by race
The table below shows New Hanover township's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,063 | 56.49% |
| Black or African American | 2,470 | 34.34% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 32 | 0.44% |
| Asian | 144 | 2.00% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 12 | 0.17% |
| Some other race | 217 | 3.02% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 254 | 3.53% |
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New Hanover township population by race
Of the 5 race categories (excluding ethnicity) identified by the Census Bureau, namely American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander and White; New Hanover township has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that New Hanover township's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of New Hanover township population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 56.49% are white, 34.34% are Black or African American, 0.44% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 2% are Asian, 0.17% are Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander, 3.02% are some other race and 3.53% are multiracial.
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New Hanover Township, New Jersey population by race.
The largest racial group in New Hanover township is White with a population of 4,063 (56.49% of the total population).
New Hanover township 's racial breakdown clearly shows that there is an absolute majority (i.e. more than 50% of the population belong to one particular race) of White population in the township.
As per the latest data estimates from American Community Survey's 5-year estimates:
1. The largest racial group in New Hanover township is White with a population of 4,063 (56.49% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 254 (3.53% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of New Hanover Township, New Jersey
By ethnicity, 1,527 (21.23% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 5,665 (78.77% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in New Hanover township, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 3,033 (53.54% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
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New Hanover Township, New Jersey Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of New Hanover township's Non-Hispanic population.
New Hanover township Non-Hispanic population by race
The distribution of the Non-Hispanic population across various race categories
| Race | Population | % of Total Non-Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| White alone | 3,033 | 53.54% |
| Black or African American alone | 2,324 | 41.02% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 9 | 0.16% |
| Asian alone | 133 | 2.35% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 12 | 0.21% |
| Some other race alone | 11 | 0.19% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 143 | 2.52% |
Among the Hispanic population in New Hanover township, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Other Hispanic or Latino origin, with a population of 1,034 (67.71% of the total Hispanic population).
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New Hanover Township, New Jersey Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of New Hanover township's Hispanic population.
New Hanover township Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 151 | 9.89% |
| Puerto Rican | 325 | 21.28% |
| Cuban | 17 | 1.11% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 1,034 | 67.71% |
Things to know
What percentage of New Hanover Township, New Jersey is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 21.23% of New Hanover township population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in New Hanover township, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Other Hispanic or Latino origin, with a population of 1,034 (67.71% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does New Hanover Township, New Jersey have?
New Hanover Township, New Jersey has 2,470 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 34.34% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in New Hanover township is Black.
What is the largest minority group in New Hanover Township, New Jersey?
With 78.77% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in New Hanover township.
That being said, with a 34.34% of the total population, Black or African Americans are the largest racial minority in New Hanover township.
What is the majority race in New Hanover Township, New Jersey?
With a population of 4,063 (56.49% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in New Hanover township.
Black or African Americans are second largest race in New Hanover township, with 34.34% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
