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Census Bureau: 6.4% of people in Navarro County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

Of the 51,908 citizens living in Navarro County in 2021, 93.6% said they were only one race, while 6.4% 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 Navarro County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 69.4% or 36,050 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.2% and totaled 5,815 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Navarro County is 4.5% 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 Navarro County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Navarro County
White [69.4%]African American [11.2%]Some Other Race [10.5%]Multiracial [6.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Navarro County
Estimated Total
White36,050
African American5,815
Some Other Race5,428
Multiracial3,327
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander825
Asian341
American Indian or Alaska Native122
Source: US Census Bureau

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