Communities

At a Glance

Born Outside of the U.S.: 
13%
Percentage of children and adolescents who are overweight or obese: 
40%
Demographic Profile: 
African American (57%), White (32%), Latino (8%), Asian Pacific Islander (3%)
Income below the federal poverty line: 
18%
Language other than English spoken at home: 
17%
Population: 
580,000

Washington, DC

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Community Map

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“We do need an aroused and concerned and involved community. This is a long, intense process.”
Ruth Perot, project director