Demographic✭Information
Age distribution among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who are ages…
| Racial and ethnic composition | 18-29 | 30-49 | 50-64 | 65+ | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 13% | 27% | 33% | 27% | 4,735 |
| Black | 29% | 32% | 28% | 11% | 186 |
| Asian | 28% | 33% | 29% | 10% | 142 |
| Latino | 22% | 44% | 23% | 11% | 1,760 |
| Other/Mixed | 21% | 34% | 33% | 12% | 162 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Generational cohort among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who are…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Younger Millennial | Older Millennial | Generation X | Baby Boomer | Silent | Greatest | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 8% | 8% | 24% | 40% | 18% | 2% | 4,735 |
| Black | 20% | 15% | 26% | 31% | 8% | < 1% | 186 |
| Asian | 19% | 14% | 28% | 32% | 5% | 2% | 142 |
| Latino | 14% | 16% | 36% | 27% | 6% | 1% | 1,760 |
| Other/Mixed | 15% | 12% | 28% | 35% | 9% | 1% | 162 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Gender composition among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who are…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Men | Women | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 45% | 55% | 4,827 |
| Black | 41% | 59% | 192 |
| Asian | 58% | 42% | 147 |
| Latino | 48% | 52% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 46% | 54% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Immigrant status among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who are…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Immigrants | Second generation | Third generation or higher | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 5% | 12% | 83% | 4,795 |
| Black | 24% | 13% | 63% | 189 |
| Asian | 70% | 23% | 7% | 145 |
| Latino | 66% | 19% | 16% | 1,755 |
| Other/Mixed | 15% | 18% | 67% | 160 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Income distribution among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who have a household income of…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Less than $30,000 | $30,000-$49,999 | $50,000-$99,999 | $100,000 or more | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 23% | 19% | 32% | 26% | 4,133 |
| Black | 44% | 22% | 20% | 14% | 167 |
| Asian | 33% | 21% | 30% | 15% | 128 |
| Latino | 60% | 19% | 14% | 7% | 1,506 |
| Other/Mixed | 33% | 21% | 29% | 17% | 149 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Educational distribution among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who have completed…
| Racial and ethnic composition | High school or less | Some college | College | Post-graduate degree | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 36% | 30% | 20% | 14% | 4,805 |
| Black | 40% | 36% | 13% | 11% | 191 |
| Asian | 26% | 33% | 30% | 11% | 146 |
| Latino | 67% | 21% | 9% | 3% | 1,765 |
| Other/Mixed | 38% | 32% | 17% | 12% | 163 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Marital status among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who are…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Married | Living with a partner | Divorced/separated | Widowed | Never married | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 56% | 6% | 11% | 9% | 18% | 4,816 |
| Black | 35% | 10% | 13% | 6% | 37% | 190 |
| Asian | 49% | 6% | 8% | 5% | 32% | 147 |
| Latino | 46% | 13% | 14% | 4% | 24% | 1,775 |
| Other/Mixed | 43% | 10% | 15% | 3% | 30% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Parent of children under 18 among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who are…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Parents | Non-parents | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 23% | 77% | 4,814 |
| Black | 33% | 67% | 190 |
| Asian | 32% | 68% | 147 |
| Latino | 43% | 57% | 1,772 |
| Other/Mixed | 26% | 74% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Beliefs✭and✭Practices
Belief in God among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say they…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Believe in God; absolutely certain | Believe in God; fairly certain | Believe in God; not too/not at all certain | Believe in God; don't know | Do not believe in God | Other/don't know if they believe in God | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 67% | 25% | 4% | 1% | 2% | 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 88% | 9% | 1% | 1% | < 1% | < 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 59% | 25% | 10% | 3% | 2% | 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 56% | 34% | 6% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 71% | 22% | 4% | < 1% | < 1% | 3% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Importance of religion in one's life among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say religion is…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Very important | Somewhat important | Not too important | Not at all important | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 53% | 34% | 10% | 3% | < 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 75% | 21% | 2% | 2% | < 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 64% | 24% | 12% | < 1% | < 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 64% | 30% | 4% | 2% | < 1% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 60% | 34% | 4% | 2% | < 1% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Attendance at religious services among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who attend religious services…
| Racial and ethnic composition | At least once a week | Once or twice a month/a few times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 39% | 40% | 21% | 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 44% | 39% | 16% | 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 40% | 42% | 18% | < 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 41% | 41% | 18% | < 1% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 37% | 46% | 17% | < 1% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of prayer among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who pray…
| Racial and ethnic composition | At least daily | Weekly | Monthly | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 57% | 21% | 7% | 14% | 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 77% | 13% | 3% | 7% | 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 64% | 18% | 2% | 16% | < 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 60% | 19% | 7% | 12% | 1% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 59% | 19% | 8% | 12% | 2% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of participation in prayer, scripture study or religious education groups among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who attend prayer group…
| Racial and ethnic composition | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 13% | 6% | 10% | 70% | 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 25% | 12% | 12% | 50% | 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 19% | 12% | 9% | 59% | 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 23% | 14% | 10% | 52% | 1% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 22% | 12% | 10% | 56% | < 1% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of meditation among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who meditate…
| Racial and ethnic composition | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 35% | 7% | 4% | 52% | 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 44% | 8% | 6% | 42% | 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 41% | 13% | 9% | 37% | < 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 48% | 12% | 5% | 33% | 3% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 38% | 7% | 3% | 52% | < 1% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of feeling spiritual peace and wellbeing among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who feel a sense of spiritual peace and wellbeing…
| Racial and ethnic composition | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 54% | 18% | 12% | 15% | 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 58% | 19% | 11% | 12% | < 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 53% | 21% | 12% | 14% | 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 61% | 15% | 10% | 13% | 1% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 64% | 11% | 10% | 12% | 2% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of feeling wonder about the universe among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who feel a sense of wonder about the universe…
| Racial and ethnic composition | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 39% | 16% | 15% | 29% | 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 40% | 12% | 13% | 34% | 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 43% | 13% | 18% | 26% | < 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 48% | 14% | 14% | 23% | 2% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 46% | 17% | 14% | 23% | < 1% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sources of guidance on right and wrong among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say they look to…most for guidance on right and wrong
| Racial and ethnic composition | Religion | Philosophy/reason | Common sense | Science | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 28% | 10% | 53% | 7% | 2% | 4,827 |
| Black | 34% | 8% | 49% | 9% | < 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 26% | 9% | 52% | 12% | 2% | 147 |
| Latino | 33% | 10% | 39% | 15% | 3% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 32% | 8% | 43% | 11% | 6% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Belief in absolute standards for right and wrong among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say…
| Racial and ethnic composition | There are clear standards for what is right and wrong | Right or wrong depends on the situation | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 34% | 64% | 1% | 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 22% | 78% | < 1% | < 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 25% | 74% | < 1% | 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 24% | 71% | 2% | 3% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 24% | 75% | 1% | < 1% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of reading scripture among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who read scripture…
| Racial and ethnic composition | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 21% | 9% | 11% | 59% | 1% | 4,827 |
| Black | 42% | 15% | 7% | 36% | < 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 18% | 14% | 11% | 56% | < 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 32% | 14% | 10% | 43% | 1% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 34% | 10% | 19% | 35% | 2% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Interpreting scripture among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say the holy scripture is…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Word of God; should be taken literally | Word of God; not everything taken literally | Word of God; other/don't know | Not the word of God | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 17% | 42% | 3% | 30% | 8% | 4,827 |
| Black | 44% | 33% | 1% | 16% | 5% | 192 |
| Asian | 23% | 44% | 1% | 26% | 6% | 147 |
| Latino | 39% | 25% | 3% | 25% | 8% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 28% | 35% | 5% | 21% | 12% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Belief in Heaven among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who …in heaven
| Racial and ethnic composition | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 86% | 9% | 5% | 4,827 |
| Black | 91% | 6% | 4% | 192 |
| Asian | 86% | 10% | 4% | 147 |
| Latino | 83% | 12% | 6% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 84% | 7% | 9% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Belief in Hell among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who …in hell
| Racial and ethnic composition | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 62% | 30% | 8% | 4,827 |
| Black | 74% | 20% | 6% | 192 |
| Asian | 70% | 24% | 5% | 147 |
| Latino | 64% | 28% | 8% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 70% | 20% | 10% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Social✭and✭Political✭Views
Party affiliation among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who identify as…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Republican/lean Rep. | No lean | Democrat/lean Dem. | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 49% | 14% | 38% | 4,827 |
| Black | 9% | 14% | 78% | 192 |
| Asian | 32% | 20% | 48% | 147 |
| Latino | 21% | 28% | 51% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 31% | 17% | 52% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Political ideology among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who are…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Conservative | Moderate | Liberal | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 40% | 38% | 18% | 3% | 4,827 |
| Black | 29% | 35% | 23% | 13% | 192 |
| Asian | 33% | 40% | 25% | 2% | 147 |
| Latino | 33% | 31% | 29% | 7% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 33% | 34% | 25% | 8% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about size of government among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who would rather have…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Smaller government; fewer services | Bigger government; more services | Depends | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 63% | 30% | 3% | 4% | 4,827 |
| Black | 23% | 73% | 2% | 2% | 192 |
| Asian | 36% | 62% | 1% | < 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 23% | 72% | 3% | 2% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 41% | 48% | 5% | 6% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about government aid to the poor among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say government aid to the poor…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Does more harm than good | Does more good than harm | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 51% | 44% | 3% | 2% | 4,827 |
| Black | 28% | 66% | 4% | 2% | 192 |
| Asian | 56% | 40% | 4% | < 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 39% | 55% | 4% | 2% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 32% | 60% | 5% | 3% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about abortion among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say abortion should be…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Legal in all/most cases | Illegal in all/most cases | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 50% | 46% | 4% | 4,827 |
| Black | 60% | 35% | 5% | 192 |
| Asian | 54% | 45% | 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 43% | 52% | 5% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 55% | 36% | 9% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about homosexuality among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say homosexuality…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Should be accepted | Should be discouraged | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 68% | 24% | 4% | 4% | 4,827 |
| Black | 61% | 29% | 5% | 4% | 192 |
| Asian | 74% | 22% | 3% | 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 73% | 20% | 4% | 4% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 67% | 23% | 2% | 7% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about same-sex marriage among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who …same-sex marriage
| Racial and ethnic composition | Strongly favor/favor | Oppose/strongly oppose | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 56% | 35% | 9% | 4,827 |
| Black | 48% | 39% | 13% | 192 |
| Asian | 52% | 41% | 7% | 147 |
| Latino | 59% | 32% | 9% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 56% | 33% | 11% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about environmental regulation among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy | Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 40% | 55% | 2% | 3% | 4,827 |
| Black | 35% | 61% | 2% | 1% | 192 |
| Asian | 41% | 59% | < 1% | < 1% | 147 |
| Latino | 37% | 56% | 2% | 5% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 34% | 59% | 5% | 2% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about human evolution among Catholics by race/ethnicity
% of Catholics who say humans…
| Racial and ethnic composition | Evolved; due to natural processes | Evolved; due to God's design | Evolved; don't know how | Always existed in present form | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 30% | 35% | 5% | 27% | 4% | 4,827 |
| Black | 19% | 34% | 5% | 38% | 3% | 192 |
| Asian | 34% | 25% | 1% | 38% | 2% | 147 |
| Latino | 33% | 25% | 3% | 32% | 6% | 1,783 |
| Other/Mixed | 30% | 34% | 8% | 23% | 5% | 164 |
Note: Whites, blacks, Asians and those in the other/mixed category include only those who are not Latinos. Latinos include people of all races.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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