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Census Bureau: 6.3% of people in Ward County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 69,686 citizens living in Ward County in 2021, 93.7% said they were only one race, while 6.3% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Ward County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.2% or 58,681 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4.2% and totaled 2,921 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ward County is 2.4% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.9%.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau's American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed. These funds significantly influence community services, education, and infrastructure in areas like Ward County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Ward County
White [84.2%]Multiracial [6.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Ward County
Estimated Total
White58,681
Multiracial4,384
African American2,921
Some Other Race1,253
American Indian or Alaska Native1,245
Asian1,037
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander165
Source: US Census Bureau

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