West Amwell Township, New Jersey population by race
The table below shows West Amwell township's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,689 | 89.96% |
| Black or African American | 89 | 2.98% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 4 | 0.13% |
| Asian | 109 | 3.65% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 9 | 0.30% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 89 | 2.98% |
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West Amwell 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; West Amwell township has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that West Amwell township's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of West Amwell township population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 89.96% are white, 2.98% are Black or African American, 0.13% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 3.65% are Asian, 0.30% are some other race and 2.98% are multiracial.
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West Amwell Township, New Jersey population by race.
The largest racial group in West Amwell township is White with a population of 2,689 (89.96% of the total population).
West Amwell 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 West Amwell township is White with a population of 2,689 (89.96% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 89 (2.98% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of West Amwell Township, New Jersey
By ethnicity, 47 (1.57% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 2,942 (98.43% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in West Amwell township, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 2,667 (90.65% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
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West Amwell Township, New Jersey Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of West Amwell township's Non-Hispanic population.
West Amwell 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 | 2,667 | 90.65% |
| Black or African American alone | 89 | 3.03% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 4 | 0.14% |
| Asian alone | 98 | 3.33% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 9 | 0.31% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 75 | 2.55% |
Among the Hispanic population in West Amwell township, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Other Hispanic or Latino origin, with a population of 22 (46.81% of the total Hispanic population).
FIGURE 3
West Amwell Township, New Jersey Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of West Amwell township's Hispanic population.
West Amwell township Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 12 | 25.53% |
| Puerto Rican | 13 | 27.66% |
| Cuban | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 22 | 46.81% |
Things to know
What percentage of West Amwell Township, New Jersey is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 1.57% of West Amwell township population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in West Amwell township, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Other Hispanic or Latino origin, with a population of 22 (46.81% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does West Amwell Township, New Jersey have?
West Amwell Township, New Jersey has 89 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 2.98% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in West Amwell township is Black.
What is the largest minority group in West Amwell Township, New Jersey?
With 98.43% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in West Amwell township.
That being said, with a 3.65% of the total population, Asians are the largest racial minority in West Amwell township.
What is the majority race in West Amwell Township, New Jersey?
With a population of 2,689 (89.96% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in West Amwell township.
Asians are second largest race in West Amwell township, with 3.65% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
