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Census Bureau: 3% of people in Prentiss County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 25,022 citizens living in Prentiss County in 2021, 97% said they were only one race, while 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 Prentiss County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82.1% or 20,534 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.4% and totaled 2,859 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Prentiss County is 0.6% higher than the state average, which stands at 2.4%.

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 Prentiss County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Prentiss County
White [82.1%]African American [11.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Prentiss County
Estimated Total
White20,534
African American2,859
Multiracial762
Asian568
Some Other Race293
American Indian or Alaska Native6
Source: US Census Bureau

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