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Census Bureau: 6.3% of people in Hunt County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 98,783 citizens living in Hunt County in 2021, 93.7% said they were only one race, while 6.3% 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 Hunt County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 77.7% or 76,724 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 7.4% and totaled 7,313 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hunt County is 4.6% 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 Hunt County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Hunt County
White [77.7%]African American [7.4%]Some Other Race [6.7%]Multiracial [6.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Hunt County
Estimated Total
White76,724
African American7,313
Some Other Race6,611
Multiracial6,174
Asian1,110
American Indian or Alaska Native817
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander34
Source: US Census Bureau

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