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Census Bureau: 2.2% of people in Arkansas County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 17,273 citizens living in Arkansas County in 2021, 97.8% said they were only one race, while 2.2% 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 Arkansas County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 71.2% or 12,295 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 25.7% and totaled 4,433 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Arkansas County is 3.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.3%.

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 Arkansas County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Arkansas County
White [71.2%]African American [25.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Arkansas County
Estimated Total
White12,295
African American4,433
Multiracial380
Some Other Race122
American Indian or Alaska Native35
Asian8
Source: US Census Bureau

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