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Census Bureau: 8.9% of people in Runnels County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 9,887 citizens living in Runnels County in 2021, 91.1% said they were only one race, while 8.9% 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 Runnels County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.2% or 8,328 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Runnels County is 2% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.9%.

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 Runnels County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Runnels County
White [84.2%]Multiracial [8.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Runnels County
Estimated Total
White8,328
Multiracial882
Some Other Race339
African American267
American Indian or Alaska Native62
Asian9
Source: US Census Bureau

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