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Census Bureau: 8% of people in Stephens 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 42,983 citizens living in Stephens County in 2021, 92% said they were only one race, while 8% 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 Stephens County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 81.1% or 34,859 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 4.7% and totaled 2,002 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Stephens County is 2% lower than the state average, which stands at 10%.

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 Stephens County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Stephens County
White [81.1%]Multiracial [8%]Ethnicities < 5% [10.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Stephens County
Estimated Total
White34,859
Multiracial3,425
American Indian or Alaska Native2,002
Some Other Race1,686
African American715
Asian236
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander60
Source: US Census Bureau

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