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Census Bureau: 2.5% of people in Howard 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 9,456 citizens living in Howard County in 2021, 97.5% said they were only one race, while 2.5% 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 Howard County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 96.5% or 9,122 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 0.3% and totaled 31 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Howard County is 1.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.9%.

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 Howard County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Howard County
Estimated Total
White9,122
Multiracial238
American Indian or Alaska Native31
African American25
Asian22
Some Other Race16
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander2
Source: US Census Bureau

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