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Census Bureau: 2.9% of people in Hickman 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 24,848 citizens living in Hickman County in 2021, 97.1% said they were only one race, while 2.9% 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 Hickman County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.6% or 22,758 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4.3% and totaled 1,072 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hickman County is 0.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.8%.

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 Hickman County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Hickman County
White [91.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [8.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Hickman County
Estimated Total
White22,758
African American1,072
Multiracial718
American Indian or Alaska Native139
Asian106
Some Other Race44
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander11
Source: US Census Bureau

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