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Census Bureau: 4.4% of people in Muskingum County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 86,346 citizens living in Muskingum County in 2021, 95.6% said they were only one race, while 4.4% 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 Muskingum County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.3% or 78,860 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 3% and totaled 2,567 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Muskingum County is 0.1% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.3%.

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 Muskingum County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Muskingum County
White [91.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [8.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Muskingum County
Estimated Total
White78,860
Multiracial3,815
African American2,567
Some Other Race662
Asian363
American Indian or Alaska Native79
Source: US Census Bureau

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