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Census Bureau: 12.4% of people in McDonald County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 23,267 citizens living in McDonald County in 2021, 87.6% said they were only one race, while 12.4% 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 McDonald County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 77.4% or 18,004 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in McDonald County is 7.8% 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 McDonald County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in McDonald County
White [77.4%]Multiracial [12.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [10.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in McDonald County
Estimated Total
White18,004
Multiracial2,891
Some Other Race651
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander642
African American439
American Indian or Alaska Native351
Asian289
Source: US Census Bureau

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