Census Bureau: 8.4% of people in Barry County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

By SW Missouri News

Nov 24, 2023

Of the 34,648 citizens living in Barry County in 2021, 91.6% said they were only one race, while 8.4% 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 Barry County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 85.6% or 29,642 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Barry County is 3.8% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 Barry County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Barry County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Barry County

	Estimated Total
White	29,642
Multiracial	2,896
Some Other Race	1,037
Asian	540
American Indian or Alaska Native	422
African American	111

Source: US Census Bureau

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