Oxford Reporter

Of the 33,300 citizens living in Panola County in 2021, 98.1% said they were only one race, while 1.9% 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 Panola County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 48.7% or 16,207 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 48.1% and totaled 16,024 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Panola County is 0.5% lower than 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 Panola County.

	Estimated Total
African American	16,207
White	16,024
Multiracial	646
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	126
Some Other Race	115
American Indian or Alaska Native	91
Asian	91

Source: US Census Bureau