District of Columbia Race & Ethnicity Demographics (2024)
Racial distribution and diversity statistics for the District of Columbia
District of Columbia Diversity Indicators (2024)
Total Population
681,294
Diversity Score
67.5
Diversity Tier
High
Largest Group
Black / African American
41.6%%
District of Columbia Racial & Ethnic Breakdown
District of Columbia Historical Diversity Trend (2010–2024)
Since 2010, the diversity index of the District of Columbia has increased significantly.
District of Columbia Population by Race & Ethnicity
| Race / Ethnicity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Black / African American | 283,502 | 41.6% |
| White (Non-Hispanic) | 248,392 | 36.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 81,152 | 11.9% |
| Two or More Races | 33,273 | 4.9% |
| Asian | 29,294 | 4.3% |
| Other Race | 4,743 | 0.7% |
| Native American | 677 | 0.1% |
| Pacific Islander | 261 | 0.0% |
Diversity & Demographics FAQs for District of Columbia
The largest racial or ethnic group in the District of Columbia is Black / African American, which makes up 41.6% of the total population.
Since 2010, the diversity index for the District of Columbia has increased significantly. The area currently has a diversity score of 67.5/100, which is considered a High level of diversity.