West Reading, PA population by race
The table below shows West Reading's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,921 | 64.44% |
| Black or African American | 261 | 5.76% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 11 | 0.24% |
| Asian | 420 | 9.27% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 212 | 4.68% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 708 | 15.62% |
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West Reading 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 Reading has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that West Reading's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of West Reading population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 64.44% are white, 5.76% are Black or African American, 0.24% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 9.27% are Asian, 4.68% are some other race and 15.62% are multiracial.
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West Reading, PA population by race.
The largest racial group in West Reading is White with a population of 2,921 (64.44% of the total population).
West Reading '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 borough.
As per the latest data estimates from American Community Survey's 5-year estimates:
1. The largest racial group in West Reading is White with a population of 2,921 (64.44% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 708 (15.62% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of West Reading, PA
By ethnicity, 1,416 (31.24% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 3,117 (68.76% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in West Reading, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 2,296 (73.66% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
FIGURE 2
West Reading, PA Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of West Reading's Non-Hispanic population.
West Reading 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 | 2,296 | 73.66% |
| Black or African American alone | 239 | 7.67% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Asian alone | 420 | 13.47% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 7 | 0.22% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 155 | 4.97% |
Among the Hispanic population in West Reading, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Puerto Rican origin, with a population of 876 (61.86% of the total Hispanic population).
FIGURE 3
West Reading, PA Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of West Reading's Hispanic population.
West Reading Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 321 | 22.67% |
| Puerto Rican | 876 | 61.86% |
| Cuban | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 219 | 15.47% |
Things to know
What percentage of West Reading, PA is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 31.24% of West Reading population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in West Reading, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Puerto Rican origin, with a population of 876 (61.86% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does West Reading, PA have?
West Reading, PA has 261 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 5.76% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in West Reading is Black.
What is the largest minority group in West Reading, PA?
With 68.76% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in West Reading.
That being said, with a 9.27% of the total population, Asians are the largest racial minority in West Reading.
What is the majority race in West Reading, PA?
With a population of 2,921 (64.44% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in West Reading.
Asians are second largest race in West Reading, with 9.27% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
