West Buechel, KY population by race
The table below shows West Buechel's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 612 | 31.61% |
| Black or African American | 830 | 42.87% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0 | - |
| Asian | 352 | 18.18% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 6 | 0.31% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 136 | 7.02% |
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West Buechel 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 Buechel has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that West Buechel's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of West Buechel population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 31.61% are white, 42.87% are Black or African American, 18.18% are Asian, 0.31% are some other race and 7.02% are multiracial.
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West Buechel, KY population by race.
The largest racial group in West Buechel is Black or African American with a population of 830 (42.87% of the total population).
West Buechel '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 West Buechel is Black or African American with a population of 830 (42.87% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 136 (7.02% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of West Buechel, KY
By ethnicity, 141 (7.28% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 1,795 (92.72% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in West Buechel, the largest racial group is Black or African American alone with a population of 804 (44.79% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
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West Buechel, KY Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of West Buechel's Non-Hispanic population.
West Buechel 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 | 564 | 31.42% |
| Black or African American alone | 804 | 44.79% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Asian alone | 352 | 19.61% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 2 | 0.11% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 73 | 4.07% |
Among the Hispanic population in West Buechel, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Cuban origin, with a population of 119 (84.40% of the total Hispanic population).
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West Buechel, KY Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of West Buechel's Hispanic population.
West Buechel Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 0 | 0.00% |
| Puerto Rican | 17 | 12.06% |
| Cuban | 119 | 84.40% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 5 | 3.55% |
Things to know
What percentage of West Buechel, KY is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 7.28% of West Buechel population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in West Buechel, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Cuban origin, with a population of 119 (84.40% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does West Buechel, KY have?
West Buechel, KY has 830 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 42.87% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in West Buechel is Black.
What is the largest minority group in West Buechel, KY?
With 92.72% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in West Buechel.
That being said, with a 31.61% of the total population, Whites are the largest racial minority in West Buechel.
What is the majority race in West Buechel, KY?
With a population of 830 (42.87% of the total population), Black or African Americans are the largest racial majority in West Buechel.
Whites are second largest race in West Buechel, with 31.61% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
