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Census Bureau: 0.8% of people in Jasper 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 16,406 citizens living in Jasper County in 2021, 99.2% said they were only one race, while 0.8% 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 Jasper County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 54.2% or 8,898 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 44.3% and totaled 7,266 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Jasper County is 1.6% 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 Jasper County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Jasper County
African American [54.2%]White [44.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Jasper County
Estimated Total
African American8,898
White7,266
Multiracial139
Some Other Race102
Asian1
Source: US Census Bureau

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