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Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in Hopkins County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 45,432 citizens living in Hopkins County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 Hopkins County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 89.5% or 40,646 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 6.1% and totaled 2,791 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hopkins County is 0.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

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 Hopkins County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Hopkins County
White [89.5%]African American [6.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Hopkins County
Estimated Total
White40,646
African American2,791
Multiracial1,513
Asian289
Some Other Race91
American Indian or Alaska Native66
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander36
Source: US Census Bureau

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