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Census Bureau: 2.3% of people in Mineral County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

Of the 27,045 citizens living in Mineral County in 2021, 97.7% said they were only one race, while 2.3% 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 Mineral County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.9% or 25,390 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.9% and totaled 795 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Mineral County is 0.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Mineral County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Mineral County
White [93.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Mineral County
Estimated Total
White25,390
African American795
Multiracial634
Some Other Race148
Asian77
American Indian or Alaska Native1
Source: US Census Bureau

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