West Greenwich, Rhode Island population by race
The table below shows West Greenwich town's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,976 | 91.45% |
| Black or African American | 47 | 0.72% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 6 | 0.09% |
| Asian | 105 | 1.61% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 143 | 2.19% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 258 | 3.95% |
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West Greenwich town 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 Greenwich town has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that West Greenwich town's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of West Greenwich town population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 91.45% are white, 0.72% are Black or African American, 0.09% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.61% are Asian, 2.19% are some other race and 3.95% are multiracial.
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West Greenwich, Rhode Island population by race.
The largest racial group in West Greenwich town is White with a population of 5,976 (91.45% of the total population).
West Greenwich town '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 town.
As per the latest data estimates from American Community Survey's 5-year estimates:
1. The largest racial group in West Greenwich town is White with a population of 5,976 (91.45% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 258 (3.95% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of West Greenwich, Rhode Island
By ethnicity, 280 (4.28% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 6,255 (95.72% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in West Greenwich town, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 5,703 (91.18% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
FIGURE 2
West Greenwich, Rhode Island Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of West Greenwich town's Non-Hispanic population.
West Greenwich town 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 | 5,703 | 91.18% |
| Black or African American alone | 47 | 0.75% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 6 | 0.10% |
| Asian alone | 105 | 1.68% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 136 | 2.17% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 258 | 4.12% |
Among the Hispanic population in West Greenwich town, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Cuban origin, with a population of 144 (51.43% of the total Hispanic population).
FIGURE 3
West Greenwich, Rhode Island Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of West Greenwich town's Hispanic population.
West Greenwich town Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 16 | 5.71% |
| Puerto Rican | 118 | 42.14% |
| Cuban | 144 | 51.43% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 2 | 0.71% |
Things to know
What percentage of West Greenwich, Rhode Island is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 4.28% of West Greenwich town population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in West Greenwich town, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Cuban origin, with a population of 144 (51.43% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does West Greenwich, Rhode Island have?
West Greenwich, Rhode Island has 47 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 0.72% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in West Greenwich town is Black.
What is the largest minority group in West Greenwich, Rhode Island?
With 95.72% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in West Greenwich town.
That being said, with a 2.19% of the total population, Some other races are the largest racial minority in West Greenwich town.
What is the majority race in West Greenwich, Rhode Island?
With a population of 5,976 (91.45% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in West Greenwich town.
Some other races are second largest race in West Greenwich town, with 2.19% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
