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Census Bureau: 1.9% of people in Yalobusha 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 12,586 citizens living in Yalobusha 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 Yalobusha County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 59.8% or 7,529 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 37.6% and totaled 4,737 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Yalobusha 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 Yalobusha County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Yalobusha County
White [59.8%]African American [37.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Yalobusha County
Estimated Total
White7,529
African American4,737
Multiracial236
American Indian or Alaska Native45
Some Other Race22
Asian17
Source: US Census Bureau

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