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Census Bureau: 3.4% of people in Fillmore 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 5,561 citizens living in Fillmore County in 2021, 96.6% said they were only one race, while 3.4% 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 Fillmore County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.8% or 5,270 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 0.8% and totaled 45 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Fillmore County is 1.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.1%.

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 Fillmore County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Fillmore County
White [94.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Fillmore County
Estimated Total
White5,270
Multiracial190
American Indian or Alaska Native45
Asian23
Some Other Race20
African American13
Source: US Census Bureau

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