Ethnic Groups:
Belize's population is diverse and includes several distinct ethnic groups. The major ethnic groups are:
- Mestizo (mixed European and Indigenous Maya ancestry): 52.9%
- Creole (Afro-Caribbean descent): 25.9%
- Maya (Indigenous peoples of Mesoamerica): 11.3%
- Garifuna (Afro-Caribbean descendants with Indigenous Arawak ancestry): 6.1%
- Mennonite (German-speaking religious group): 3.6%
- East Indian (Indo-Caribbean descent): 3.4%
- Chinese: 1.2%
- White (European descent): 1.1%
- Other: 1.5%
Languages:
The official language of Belize is English. However, due to the country's diverse population, several other languages are spoken, including:
- Spanish: widely spoken, especially in the northern and western regions
- Kriol: an English-based creole language
- Maya languages (such as Yucatec Maya and Mopan Maya)
- Garifuna
Religion:
Belize has a diverse religious landscape, with the most prominent religions being:
- Roman Catholic: 40.1%
- Protestant (including Anglican, Methodist, Pentecostal, and Seventh-day Adventist): 31.6%
- Other Christian denominations: 12.3%
- No religion: 10.4%
- Other religions (including Maya spirituality, Islam, and Hinduism): 5.6%
It is important to note that these figures may differ slightly due to changes in population dynamics over time. For the most up-to-date information on Belize's population and demographics, it is recommended to refer to official sources such as the Belize Central Statistical Office.
