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Census Bureau: 4.6% of people in Barbour County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 15,600 citizens living in Barbour County in 2021, 95.4% said they were only one race, while 4.6% 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 Barbour County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.1% or 14,531 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.1% and totaled 178 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Barbour County is 1.5% higher 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 Barbour County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Barbour County
White [93.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Barbour County
Estimated Total
White14,531
Multiracial721
African American178
Some Other Race69
American Indian or Alaska Native57
Asian44
Source: US Census Bureau

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