SW Arkansas Times

Of the 12,894 citizens living in Howard County in 2021, 97.6% said they were only one race, while 2.4% 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 Howard County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 65.6% or 8,460 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 20.5% and totaled 2,643 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Howard County is 2.9% lower 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 Howard County.

	Estimated Total
White	8,460
African American	2,643
Some Other Race	1,293
Multiracial	304
Asian	124
American Indian or Alaska Native	41
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	29

Source: US Census Bureau