Racial Diversity (Theil Index)

This indicator measures the spatial distribution or evenness of population demographic groups in neighborhoods throughout the county. This indicator is presented as an index with values ranging between 0 and 1, with higher values indicating higher levels of segregation between neighborhoods. Source University of Missouri, Center for Applied Research and Engagement Systems, 2020. Source Description…

Racial Segregation (Interaction Index)

This indicator measures the spatial segregation of population demographic groups. The indicator is presented as an index with values ranging between 0 and 1, with higher values indicating greater levels of segregation. This indicator specifically measures segregation between the White (Non-Hispanic) and Black (Non-Hispanic) population. Source University of Missouri, Center for Applied Research and Engagement…