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New York City is one of the most diverse cities in the world, with people of various races, ethnicities, and nationalities living and working together. According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau data from 2020, the estimated population of New York City is approximately 8.3 million people.
Here are some of the largest ethnic groups in New York City:
White (non-Hispanic): The largest ethnic group in New York City is non-Hispanic whites, who make up about 33% of the population.
Hispanic or Latino: Hispanic or Latino individuals make up about 29% of the population in New York City. The largest Hispanic subgroups are Puerto Ricans, Dominicans, and Mexicans.
Black or African American: Black or African American individuals make up about 24% of the population in New York City.
Asian: The Asian population in New York City is about 14%, with the largest subgroups being Chinese, Indian, and Filipino.
Two or more races: About 2% of the population in New York City identifies as two or more races.
American Indian or Alaska Native: The smallest ethnic group in New York City is American Indian or Alaska Native, which makes up less than 1% of the population.
The city’s five boroughs, namely Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island, have distinct demographics when it comes to race and ethnicity.
In Manhattan, the majority of the population is non-Hispanic white, followed by Asian, Hispanic, and Black. However, the northern part of Manhattan, particularly Harlem, has a predominantly Black population. The borough is also home to a large number of Asian Americans, particularly in neighborhoods like Chinatown, Little Italy, and Koreatown.
Brooklyn is the most populous borough of New York City, and it has a diverse population. The largest ethnic group in Brooklyn is non-Hispanic white, followed by Hispanic, Black, and Asian. However, some neighborhoods in Brooklyn have predominantly Black and Hispanic populations, such as Bedford-Stuyvesant, Crown Heights, and Brownsville.
Queens is the most ethnically diverse borough of New York City, with significant populations of Asians, Hispanics, and non-Hispanic whites. The largest ethnic group in Queens is Asian, followed by Hispanic, non-Hispanic white, and Black. The neighborhoods of Flushing, Jackson Heights, and Elmhurst have significant Asian populations, while Astoria and Long Island City have significant non-Hispanic white populations.
The Bronx has a predominantly Hispanic and Black population, with non-Hispanic white and Asian populations being relatively small. Neighborhoods such as South Bronx, Mott Haven, and Hunts Point have predominantly Hispanic and Black populations.
Staten Island has a predominantly non-Hispanic white population, followed by Hispanic, Black, and Asian. However, the demographics of Staten Island are changing rapidly, with an increasing number of Asian and Hispanic residents in recent years.
The map below shows race and ethnicity map of New York City and parts of New Jersey.
Each dot on the map above represents 25 people (Red color: White, blue – Black, orange – Hispanic, green – Asian).
It is important to note that these demographic patterns are not static and may change over time as people move in and out of neighborhoods, and immigration patterns shift.
The location of traditional restaurants provides some insight into the ethnic composition of New York City’s various neighborhoods, as well as the dynamics of that ethnic composition.
The map below shows the most common restaurant cuisine by zip code in New York City
According to this report, the Chinese population is more dispersed throughout the City with 43% living in Queens, 35% in Brooklyn, and 18% in Manhattan.
