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Census Bureau: 3.6% of people in Boyle 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 30,469 citizens living in Boyle County in 2021, 96.4% said they were only one race, while 3.6% 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 Boyle County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 85.9% or 26,167 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 7.8% and totaled 2,388 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Boyle County is 0.1% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

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 Boyle County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Boyle County
White [85.9%]African American [7.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Boyle County
Estimated Total
White26,167
African American2,388
Multiracial1,094
Some Other Race560
Asian236
American Indian or Alaska Native24
Source: US Census Bureau

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