West Peoria, IL population by race
The table below shows West Peoria's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,953 | 69.52% |
| Black or African American | 780 | 18.36% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0 | - |
| Asian | 71 | 1.67% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 89 | 2.10% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 355 | 8.36% |
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West Peoria 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 Peoria has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that West Peoria's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of West Peoria population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 69.52% are white, 18.36% are Black or African American, 1.67% are Asian, 2.10% are some other race and 8.36% are multiracial.
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West Peoria, IL population by race.
The largest racial group in West Peoria is White with a population of 2,953 (69.52% of the total population).
West Peoria '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 city.
As per the latest data estimates from American Community Survey's 5-year estimates:
1. The largest racial group in West Peoria is White with a population of 2,953 (69.52% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 355 (8.36% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of West Peoria, IL
By ethnicity, none of the population is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 4,248 (100% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
With a zero Hispanic population, West Peoria is 100% Non-Hispanic. Among the Non-Hispanic population, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 2,953 (69.52% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
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West Peoria, IL Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of West Peoria's Non-Hispanic population.
West Peoria 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 | 2,953 | 69.52% |
| Black or African American alone | 780 | 18.36% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Asian alone | 71 | 1.67% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 89 | 2.10% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 355 | 8.36% |
As all of the population is Non-Hispanic or Latino, West Peoria's population is ethnically non-diverse.
Things to know
What percentage of West Peoria, IL is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 0% of West Peoria population is Hispanic.
As all of the population is Non-Hispanic or Latino, West Peoria's population is ethnically non-diverse.
How many Black people does West Peoria, IL have?
West Peoria, IL has 780 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 18.36% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in West Peoria is Black.
What is the largest minority group in West Peoria, IL?
With a 100% Non-Hispanic population, West Peoria is ethnically biased, and does not have any ethnic minority.
That being said, with a 18.36% of the total population, Black or African Americans are the largest racial minority in West Peoria.
What is the majority race in West Peoria, IL?
With a population of 2,953 (69.52% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in West Peoria.
Black or African Americans are second largest race in West Peoria, with 18.36% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates