Massachusetts Race & Ethnicity Demographics (2024)
Racial distribution and diversity statistics for Massachusetts
Massachusetts Diversity Indicators (2024)
Total Population
7,044,056
Diversity Score
52.7
Diversity Tier
Moderate
Largest Group
White (Non-Hispanic)
66.6%%
Massachusetts Racial & Ethnic Breakdown
Massachusetts Historical Diversity Trend (2010–2024)
Since 2010, the diversity index of Massachusetts has increased significantly.
Massachusetts Population by Race & Ethnicity
| Race / Ethnicity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White (Non-Hispanic) | 4,691,391 | 66.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 936,853 | 13.3% |
| Asian | 510,868 | 7.3% |
| Black / African American | 450,251 | 6.4% |
| Two or More Races | 359,946 | 5.1% |
| Other Race | 87,676 | 1.2% |
| Native American | 5,405 | 0.1% |
| Pacific Islander | 1,666 | 0.0% |
Diversity & Demographics FAQs for Massachusetts
The largest racial or ethnic group in Massachusetts is White (Non-Hispanic), which makes up 66.6% of the total population.
Since 2010, the diversity index for Massachusetts has increased significantly. The area currently has a diversity score of 52.7/100, which is considered a Moderate level of diversity.