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Census Bureau: 4.9% of people in Jackson County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 160,765 citizens living in Jackson County in 2021, 95.1% said they were only one race, while 4.9% 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 Jackson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 85.7% or 137,808 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 7.7% and totaled 12,459 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Jackson County is 0.3% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 Jackson County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Jackson County
White [85.7%]African American [7.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Jackson County
Estimated Total
White137,808
African American12,459
Multiracial7,870
Asian1,287
Some Other Race885
American Indian or Alaska Native440
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander16
Source: US Census Bureau

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