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Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in Harrison 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 66,222 citizens living in Harrison County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 Harrison County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.2% or 62,385 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.3% and totaled 849 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Harrison County is 0.2% 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 Harrison County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Harrison County
White [94.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Harrison County
Estimated Total
White62,385
Multiracial2,167
African American849
Asian445
Some Other Race313
American Indian or Alaska Native43
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander20
Source: US Census Bureau

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