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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Census Bureau: 4.1% of people in Kimball County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 3,583 citizens living in Kimball County in 2021, 95.9% said they were only one race, while 4.1% 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 Kimball County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.8% or 3,324 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 2.5% and totaled 89 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Kimball County is 1% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.1%.

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 Kimball County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Kimball County
White [92.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Kimball County
Estimated Total
White3,324
Multiracial146
American Indian or Alaska Native89
African American12
Asian6
Some Other Race6
Source: US Census Bureau

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