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Census Bureau: 1% of people in Ouachita 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 22,858 citizens living in Ouachita County in 2021, 99% said they were only one race, while 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 Ouachita County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 56.7% or 12,952 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 42.1% and totaled 9,626 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ouachita County is 4.3% 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 Ouachita County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Ouachita County
White [56.7%]African American [42.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Ouachita County
Estimated Total
White12,952
African American9,626
Multiracial234
Some Other Race27
American Indian or Alaska Native12
Asian7
Source: US Census Bureau

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