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Census Bureau: 14.3% of people in Karnes 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 14,823 citizens living in Karnes County in 2021, 85.7% said they were only one race, while 14.3% 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 Karnes County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 75.1% or 11,128 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.7% and totaled 838 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Karnes County is 3.4% higher 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 Karnes County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Karnes County
White [75.1%]Multiracial [14.3%]African American [5.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Karnes County
Estimated Total
White11,128
Multiracial2,121
African American838
Some Other Race573
Asian92
American Indian or Alaska Native67
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander4
Source: US Census Bureau

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