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Census Bureau: 10.3% of people in Murray 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 13,874 citizens living in Murray County in 2021, 89.7% said they were only one race, while 10.3% 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 Murray County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73.6% or 10,215 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 12.8% and totaled 1,776 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Murray County is 0.3% higher than the state average, which stands at 10%.

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 Murray County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Murray County
White [73.6%]American Indian or Alaska Native [12.8%]Multiracial [10.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Murray County
Estimated Total
White10,215
American Indian or Alaska Native1,776
Multiracial1,429
African American156
Some Other Race151
Asian109
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander38
Source: US Census Bureau

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