West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania population by race
The table below shows West Pottsgrove township's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 3,222 | 84.90% |
| Black or African American | 260 | 6.85% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0 | - |
| Asian | 29 | 0.76% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 71 | 1.87% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 213 | 5.61% |
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West Pottsgrove 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 Pottsgrove township has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that West Pottsgrove township's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of West Pottsgrove township population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 84.90% are white, 6.85% are Black or African American, 0.76% are Asian, 1.87% are some other race and 5.61% are multiracial.
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West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania population by race.
The largest racial group in West Pottsgrove township is White with a population of 3,222 (84.90% of the total population).
West Pottsgrove 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 Pottsgrove township is White with a population of 3,222 (84.90% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 213 (5.61% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania
By ethnicity, 278 (7.33% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 3,517 (92.67% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in West Pottsgrove township, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 3,108 (88.37% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
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West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of West Pottsgrove township's Non-Hispanic population.
West Pottsgrove 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 | 3,108 | 88.37% |
| Black or African American alone | 254 | 7.22% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Asian alone | 29 | 0.82% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 20 | 0.57% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 106 | 3.01% |
Among the Hispanic population in West Pottsgrove township, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Puerto Rican origin, with a population of 162 (58.27% of the total Hispanic population).
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West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of West Pottsgrove township's Hispanic population.
West Pottsgrove township Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 22 | 7.91% |
| Puerto Rican | 162 | 58.27% |
| Cuban | 11 | 3.96% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 83 | 29.86% |
Things to know
What percentage of West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 7.33% of West Pottsgrove township population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in West Pottsgrove township, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Puerto Rican origin, with a population of 162 (58.27% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania have?
West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania has 260 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 6.85% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in West Pottsgrove township is Black.
What is the largest minority group in West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania?
With 92.67% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in West Pottsgrove township.
That being said, with a 6.85% of the total population, Black or African Americans are the largest racial minority in West Pottsgrove township.
What is the majority race in West Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania?
With a population of 3,222 (84.90% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in West Pottsgrove township.
Black or African Americans are second largest race in West Pottsgrove township, with 6.85% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
