Schelling Segregation Model | Computational Social Science

Group A

Group B

Empty

Evolution Over Time

Happiness

Segregation

Statistics

Happiness 0%

Segregation Index 0%

Steps

Total Moves

Parameters

Similarity Threshold 33%

Min. % of similar neighbors to be happy

Population Density 90%

Group Ratio (A:B) 50:50

Speed 50%

Neighborhood Type

About This Model

The Schelling Segregation Model (1971) demonstrates how individual preferences can lead to large-scale segregation.

Key Insight: Even when agents have only a mild preference for similar neighbors (33%), complete segregation can emerge.

Happiness: % of agents satisfied with their neighborhood.

Segregation Index: Average % of same-type neighbors (50% = random).