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Census Bureau: 2.4% of people in Ralls County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 10,318 citizens living in Ralls County in 2021, 97.6% said they were only one race, while 2.4% 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 Ralls County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.4% or 9,745 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.9% and totaled 193 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ralls County is 2.2% lower 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 Ralls County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Ralls County
White [94.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Ralls County
Estimated Total
White9,745
Multiracial244
African American193
Some Other Race74
Asian39
American Indian or Alaska Native23
Source: US Census Bureau

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