West Jordan, UT population by race
The table below shows West Jordan's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 87,276 | 74.99% |
| Black or African American | 1,502 | 1.29% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 936 | 0.80% |
| Asian | 2,985 | 2.56% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 1,870 | 1.61% |
| Some other race | 10,371 | 8.91% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 11,443 | 9.83% |
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West Jordan 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 Jordan has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that West Jordan's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of West Jordan population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 74.99% are white, 1.29% are Black or African American, 0.80% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.56% are Asian, 1.61% are Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander, 8.91% are some other race and 9.83% are multiracial.
West Jordan '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 West Jordan is White with a population of 87,276 (74.99% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 11,443 (9.83% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of West Jordan, UT
By ethnicity, 26,645 (22.89% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 89,738 (77.11% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in West Jordan, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 79,292 (88.36% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
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West Jordan, UT Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of West Jordan's Non-Hispanic population.
West Jordan 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 | 79,292 | 88.36% |
| Black or African American alone | 1,334 | 1.49% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 470 | 0.52% |
| Asian alone | 2,957 | 3.30% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 1,870 | 2.08% |
| Some other race alone | 371 | 0.41% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 3,444 | 3.84% |
Among the Hispanic population in West Jordan, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 17,196 (64.54% of the total Hispanic population).
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West Jordan, UT Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of West Jordan's Hispanic population.
West Jordan Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 17,196 | 64.54% |
| Puerto Rican | 738 | 2.77% |
| Cuban | 101 | 0.38% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 8,610 | 32.31% |
Things to know
What percentage of West Jordan, UT is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 22.89% of West Jordan population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in West Jordan, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 17,196 (64.54% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does West Jordan, UT have?
West Jordan, UT has 1,502 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 1.29% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in West Jordan is Black.
What is the largest minority group in West Jordan, UT?
With 77.11% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in West Jordan.
That being said, with a 8.91% of the total population, Some other races are the largest racial minority in West Jordan.
What is the majority race in West Jordan, UT?
With a population of 87,276 (74.99% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in West Jordan.
Some other races are second largest race in West Jordan, with 8.91% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
