University City, MO population by race
The table below shows University City's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 19,394 | 55.65% |
| Black or African American | 11,137 | 31.96% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 51 | 0.15% |
| Asian | 2,361 | 6.77% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 8 | 0.02% |
| Some other race | 294 | 0.84% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 1,605 | 4.61% |
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University City 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; University City has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that University City's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of University City population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 55.65% are white, 31.96% are Black or African American, 0.15% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 6.77% are Asian, 0.02% are Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander, 0.84% are some other race and 4.61% are multiracial.
FIGURE 1
University City, MO population by race.
The largest racial group in University City is White with a population of 19,394 (55.65% of the total population).
University City '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 city.
As per the latest data estimates from American Community Survey's 5-year estimates:
1. The largest racial group in University City is White with a population of 19,394 (55.65% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 1,605 (4.61% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of University City, MO
By ethnicity, 863 (2.48% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 33,987 (97.52% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in University City, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 19,087 (56.16% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
FIGURE 2
University City, MO Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of University City's Non-Hispanic population.
University City 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 | 19,087 | 56.16% |
| Black or African American alone | 11,080 | 32.60% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 46 | 0.14% |
| Asian alone | 2,361 | 6.95% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 8 | 0.02% |
| Some other race alone | 20 | 0.06% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 1,385 | 4.08% |
Among the Hispanic population in University City, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Other Hispanic or Latino origin, with a population of 431 (49.94% of the total Hispanic population).
FIGURE 3
University City, MO Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of University City's Hispanic population.
University City Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 353 | 40.90% |
| Puerto Rican | 67 | 7.76% |
| Cuban | 12 | 1.39% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 431 | 49.94% |
Things to know
What percentage of University City, MO is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 2.48% of University City population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in University City, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Other Hispanic or Latino origin, with a population of 431 (49.94% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does University City, MO have?
University City, MO has 11,137 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 31.96% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in University City is Black.
What is the largest minority group in University City, MO?
With 97.52% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in University City.
That being said, with a 31.96% of the total population, Black or African Americans are the largest racial minority in University City.
What is the majority race in University City, MO?
With a population of 19,394 (55.65% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in University City.
Black or African Americans are second largest race in University City, with 31.96% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
