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Census Bureau: 6.1% of people in Searcy 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 7,872 citizens living in Searcy County in 2021, 93.9% said they were only one race, while 6.1% 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 Searcy County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 90% or 7,084 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 3.1% and totaled 243 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Searcy County is 0.8% higher than the state average, which stands at 5.3%.

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 Searcy County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Searcy County
White [90%]Multiracial [6.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Searcy County
Estimated Total
White7,084
Multiracial478
American Indian or Alaska Native243
African American33
Some Other Race26
Asian8
Source: US Census Bureau