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Census Bureau: 2.4% of people in Lamar 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 63,610 citizens living in Lamar 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 Lamar County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 75.1% or 47,748 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 20.6% and totaled 13,096 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lamar County is the same as the state average, which stands at 2.4%.

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 Lamar County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lamar County
White [75.1%]African American [20.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lamar County
Estimated Total
White47,748
African American13,096
Multiracial1,505
Asian745
Some Other Race425
American Indian or Alaska Native91
Source: US Census Bureau

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