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Census Bureau: 3.4% of people in Walker County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 65,194 citizens living in Walker County in 2021, 96.6% said they were only one race, while 3.4% 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 Walker County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 88.6% or 57,781 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.9% and totaled 3,831 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Walker County is 0.3% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Walker County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Walker County
White [88.6%]African American [5.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Walker County
Estimated Total
White57,781
African American3,831
Multiracial2,231
Some Other Race1,093
American Indian or Alaska Native138
Asian120
Source: US Census Bureau

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