South Tucson, AZ population by race
The table below shows South Tucson's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,130 | 45.89% |
| Black or African American | 158 | 3.40% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 900 | 19.39% |
| Asian | 6 | 0.13% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 767 | 16.52% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 681 | 14.67% |
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South Tucson 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; South Tucson has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that South Tucson's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of South Tucson population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 45.89% are white, 3.40% are Black or African American, 19.39% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.13% are Asian, 16.52% are some other race and 14.67% are multiracial.
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South Tucson, AZ population by race.
The largest racial group in South Tucson is White with a population of 2,130 (45.89% of the total population).
South Tucson '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 South Tucson is White with a population of 2,130 (45.89% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 681 (14.67% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of South Tucson, AZ
By ethnicity, 3,336 (71.87% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 1,306 (28.13% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in South Tucson, the largest racial group is American Indian and Alaska Native alone with a population of 613 (46.94% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
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South Tucson, AZ Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of South Tucson's Non-Hispanic population.
South Tucson 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 | 490 | 37.52% |
| Black or African American alone | 158 | 12.10% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 613 | 46.94% |
| Asian alone | 6 | 0.46% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 15 | 1.15% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 24 | 1.84% |
Among the Hispanic population in South Tucson, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 3,257 (97.63% of the total Hispanic population).
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South Tucson, AZ Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of South Tucson's Hispanic population.
South Tucson Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 3,257 | 97.63% |
| Puerto Rican | 28 | 0.84% |
| Cuban | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 51 | 1.53% |
Things to know
What percentage of South Tucson, AZ is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 71.87% of South Tucson population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in South Tucson, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 3,257 (97.63% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does South Tucson, AZ have?
South Tucson, AZ has 158 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 3.40% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in South Tucson is Black.
What is the largest minority group in South Tucson, AZ?
With 71.87% of the total population, Hispanic and Latino Americans are the largest ethnic minority in South Tucson.
That being said, with a 19.39% of the total population, American Indian and Alaska Natives are the largest racial minority in South Tucson.
What is the majority race in South Tucson, AZ?
With a population of 2,130 (45.89% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in South Tucson.
American Indian and Alaska Natives are second largest race in South Tucson, with 19.39% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
