| Faculty Race/Ethnicity | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,857 | 54.62% |
| Black or African American | 1,552 | 14.47% |
| Hispanic | 1,395 | 13.01% |
| Unknown | 1,242 | 11.58% |
| Asian | 319 | 2.97% |
| Multi-Ethnic | 241 | 2.25% |
| International | 55 | 0.51% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 24 | 0.22% |
The majority of SUNY Empire students are White. Racial/Ethnic diversity at SUNY Empire below average.