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Census Bureau: 5.6% of people in Crockett 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 14,012 citizens living in Crockett County in 2021, 94.4% said they were only one race, while 5.6% 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 Crockett County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 75.9% or 10,635 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 13.2% and totaled 1,856 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Crockett County is 1.8% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.8%.

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 Crockett County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Crockett County
White [75.9%]African American [13.2%]Multiracial [5.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Crockett County
Estimated Total
White10,635
African American1,856
Multiracial789
Some Other Race632
Asian47
American Indian or Alaska Native38
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander15
Source: US Census Bureau

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