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Census Bureau: 2.9% of people in Davison County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 19,944 citizens living in Davison County in 2021, 97.1% said they were only one race, while 2.9% 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 Davison County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.1% or 18,365 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 1.9% and totaled 378 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Davison County is 1.5% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.4%.

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 Davison County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Davison County
White [92.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Davison County
Estimated Total
White18,365
Multiracial574
American Indian or Alaska Native378
Some Other Race290
Asian187
African American150
Source: US Census Bureau

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