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Census Bureau: 3.1% of people in Morgan 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 17,144 citizens living in Morgan County in 2021, 96.9% said they were only one race, while 3.1% 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 Morgan County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.6% or 16,219 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 1% and totaled 172 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Morgan County is the same as the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Morgan County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Morgan County
White [94.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Morgan County
Estimated Total
White16,219
Multiracial525
American Indian or Alaska Native172
Some Other Race166
African American42
Asian20
Source: US Census Bureau

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