East Central Texas News

Of the 81,717 citizens living in Henderson 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 Henderson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 85.4% or 69,801 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.9% and totaled 4,788 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Henderson 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 Henderson County.

	Estimated Total
White	69,801
Multiracial	5,224
African American	4,788
Some Other Race	1,051
Asian	548
American Indian or Alaska Native	265
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	40

Source: US Census Bureau