Diversity in Fresno County

With over 70 distinct ethnic groups, Fresno County is considered one of the largest, fastest growing and most diverse counties in California. Beginning with farmers who came from all over the world to reap the benefits of good soil, this area has always had a generous mixture of people and cultures. Diversity is and has been one of the hallmarks of Fresno County.

2009  
Total population 942,298
    Male 50.35%
    Female 49.65%
   
   
  White 34.8%
  Hispanic/Latino 49.1%
  Asian  9.3%
  African American  4.8%
  American Indian .8%
  Multirace 1.2%

 

Source: California Department of Finance Demographic Research Unit