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Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Census Bureau: 3.5% of people in Faulkner 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 123,191 citizens living in Faulkner County in 2021, 96.5% said they were only one race, while 3.5% 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 Faulkner County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 81.2% or 100,003 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.8% and totaled 14,489 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Faulkner County is 1.8% 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 Faulkner County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Faulkner County
White [81.2%]African American [11.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Faulkner County
Estimated Total
White100,003
African American14,489
Multiracial4,313
Some Other Race2,451
Asian1,537
American Indian or Alaska Native398
Source: US Census Bureau

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