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Census Bureau: 8.2% of people in Ellis County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

Of the 187,984 citizens living in Ellis County in 2021, 91.8% said they were only one race, while 8.2% 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 Ellis County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73.8% or 138,798 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.3% and totaled 21,196 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ellis County is 2.7% 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 Ellis County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Ellis County
White [73.8%]African American [11.3%]Multiracial [8.2%]Some Other Race [5.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Ellis County
Estimated Total
White138,798
African American21,196
Multiracial15,418
Some Other Race10,036
Asian1,371
American Indian or Alaska Native1,110
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander55
Source: US Census Bureau

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