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Census Bureau: 3.5% of people in Bowie County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 92,957 citizens living in Bowie 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 Bowie County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 67.7% or 62,978 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 25.2% and totaled 23,391 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Bowie County is 7.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.9%.

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 Bowie County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Bowie County
White [67.7%]African American [25.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Bowie County
Estimated Total
White62,978
African American23,391
Multiracial3,238
Some Other Race1,572
Asian1,176
American Indian or Alaska Native596
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander6
Source: US Census Bureau

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