West Milford Township, New Jersey population by race
The table below shows West Milford township's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 22,370 | 90.21% |
| Black or African American | 307 | 1.24% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 39 | 0.16% |
| Asian | 379 | 1.53% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 38 | 0.15% |
| Some other race | 268 | 1.08% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 1,396 | 5.63% |
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West Milford 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 Milford township has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that West Milford township's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of West Milford township population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 90.21% are white, 1.24% are Black or African American, 0.16% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.53% are Asian, 0.15% are Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander, 1.08% are some other race and 5.63% are multiracial.
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West Milford Township, New Jersey population by race.
The largest racial group in West Milford township is White with a population of 22,370 (90.21% of the total population).
West Milford 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 Milford township is White with a population of 22,370 (90.21% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 1,396 (5.63% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of West Milford Township, New Jersey
By ethnicity, 1,946 (7.85% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 22,851 (92.15% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in West Milford township, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 21,479 (94% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
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West Milford Township, New Jersey Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of West Milford township's Non-Hispanic population.
West Milford 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 | 21,479 | 94.00% |
| Black or African American alone | 291 | 1.27% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 25 | 0.11% |
| Asian alone | 379 | 1.66% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 38 | 0.17% |
| Some other race alone | 51 | 0.22% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 588 | 2.57% |
Among the Hispanic population in West Milford township, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Other Hispanic or Latino origin, with a population of 1,097 (56.37% of the total Hispanic population).
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West Milford Township, New Jersey Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of West Milford township's Hispanic population.
West Milford township Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 157 | 8.07% |
| Puerto Rican | 595 | 30.58% |
| Cuban | 97 | 4.98% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 1,097 | 56.37% |
Things to know
What percentage of West Milford Township, New Jersey is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 7.85% of West Milford township population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in West Milford township, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Other Hispanic or Latino origin, with a population of 1,097 (56.37% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does West Milford Township, New Jersey have?
West Milford Township, New Jersey has 307 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 1.24% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in West Milford township is Black.
What is the largest minority group in West Milford Township, New Jersey?
With 92.15% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in West Milford township.
That being said, with a 1.53% of the total population, Asians are the largest racial minority in West Milford township.
What is the majority race in West Milford Township, New Jersey?
With a population of 22,370 (90.21% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in West Milford township.
Asians are second largest race in West Milford township, with 1.53% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates