SW Arkansas Times

Of the 8,340 citizens living in Nevada County in 2021, 98.3% said they were only one race, while 1.7% 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 Nevada County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 62.8% or 5,237 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 35.3% and totaled 2,941 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Nevada County is 3.6% 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 Nevada County.

	Estimated Total
White	5,237
African American	2,941
Multiracial	138
American Indian or Alaska Native	14
Asian	6
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	2
Some Other Race	2

Source: US Census Bureau