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Census Bureau: 3% of people in Pope County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 3,820 citizens living in Pope County in 2021, 97% said they were only one race, while 3% 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 Pope County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 90% or 3,438 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 3.5% and totaled 132 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Pope County is 2.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.8%.

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 Pope County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Pope County
White [90%]Ethnicities < 5% [10%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Pope County
Estimated Total
White3,438
American Indian or Alaska Native132
African American120
Multiracial116
Asian14
Source: US Census Bureau

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