West Yellowstone, MT population by race
The table below shows West Yellowstone's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 719 | 62.69% |
| Black or African American | 0 | - |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 50 | 4.36% |
| Asian | 39 | 3.40% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 0 | - |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 339 | 29.56% |
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West Yellowstone 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 Yellowstone has a population in 4 of the race categories.
This confirms that West Yellowstone's population is moderately diverse.
The percent distribution of West Yellowstone population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 62.69% are white, 4.36% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 3.40% are Asian and 29.56% are multiracial.
FIGURE 1
West Yellowstone, MT population by race.
The largest racial group in West Yellowstone is White with a population of 719 (62.69% of the total population).
West Yellowstone '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 Yellowstone is White with a population of 719 (62.69% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 339 (29.56% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of West Yellowstone, MT
By ethnicity, 415 (36.18% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 732 (63.82% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in West Yellowstone, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 653 (89.21% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
FIGURE 2
West Yellowstone, MT Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of West Yellowstone's Non-Hispanic population.
West Yellowstone 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 | 653 | 89.21% |
| Black or African American alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Asian alone | 39 | 5.33% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 40 | 5.46% |
Among the Hispanic population in West Yellowstone, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 415 (100% of the total Hispanic population).
FIGURE 3
West Yellowstone, MT Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of West Yellowstone's Hispanic population.
West Yellowstone Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 415 | 100.00% |
| Puerto Rican | 0 | 0.00% |
| Cuban | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 0 | 0.00% |
Things to know
What percentage of West Yellowstone, MT is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 36.18% of West Yellowstone population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in West Yellowstone, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 415 (100% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does West Yellowstone, MT have?
West Yellowstone, MT has zero Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates.
What is the largest minority group in West Yellowstone, MT?
With 63.82% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in West Yellowstone.
That being said, with a 4.36% of the total population, American Indian and Alaska Natives are the largest racial minority in West Yellowstone.
What is the majority race in West Yellowstone, MT?
With a population of 719 (62.69% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in West Yellowstone.
American Indian and Alaska Natives are second largest race in West Yellowstone, with 4.36% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
