San Fernando, CA population by race
The table below shows San Fernando's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,716 | 40.55% |
| Black or African American | 183 | 0.76% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 362 | 1.51% |
| Asian | 683 | 2.85% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 8,624 | 36.00% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 4,390 | 18.32% |
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San Fernando 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; San Fernando has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that San Fernando's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of San Fernando population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 40.55% are white, 0.76% are Black or African American, 1.51% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.85% are Asian, 36% are some other race and 18.32% are multiracial.
FIGURE 1
San Fernando, CA population by race.
The largest racial group in San Fernando is White with a population of 9,716 (40.55% of the total population).
San Fernando 's racial breakdown clearly shows that there is no majority (i.e. more than 50% of the population belong to one particular race) of any race in the city.
As per the latest data estimates from American Community Survey's 5-year estimates:
1. The largest racial group in San Fernando is White with a population of 9,716 (40.55% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 4,390 (18.32% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of San Fernando, CA
By ethnicity, 22,131 (92.37% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 1,827 (7.63% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in San Fernando, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 972 (53.20% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
FIGURE 2
San Fernando, CA Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of San Fernando's Non-Hispanic population.
San Fernando 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 | 972 | 53.20% |
| Black or African American alone | 153 | 8.37% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 43 | 2.35% |
| Asian alone | 590 | 32.29% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 11 | 0.60% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 58 | 3.17% |
Among the Hispanic population in San Fernando, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 19,259 (87.02% of the total Hispanic population).
FIGURE 3
San Fernando, CA Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of San Fernando's Hispanic population.
San Fernando Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 19,259 | 87.02% |
| Puerto Rican | 38 | 0.17% |
| Cuban | 31 | 0.14% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 2,803 | 12.67% |
Things to know
What percentage of San Fernando, CA is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 92.37% of San Fernando population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in San Fernando, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 19,259 (87.02% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does San Fernando, CA have?
San Fernando, CA has 183 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 0.76% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in San Fernando is Black.
What is the largest minority group in San Fernando, CA?
With 92.37% of the total population, Hispanic and Latino Americans are the largest ethnic minority in San Fernando.
That being said, with a 36% of the total population, Some other races are the largest racial minority in San Fernando.
What is the majority race in San Fernando, CA?
With a population of 9,716 (40.55% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in San Fernando.
Some other races are second largest race in San Fernando, with 36% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
