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

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 28,692 citizens living in Cass 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 Cass County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 77.5% or 22,231 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 17.3% and totaled 4,954 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cass County is 7.9% 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 Cass County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Cass County
White [77.5%]African American [17.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Cass County
Estimated Total
White22,231
African American4,954
Multiracial873
Some Other Race384
Asian192
American Indian or Alaska Native58
Source: US Census Bureau

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