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

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

By Little Apple Times

Nov 17, 2023

Of the 25,082 citizens living in Pottawatomie 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 Pottawatomie County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.8% or 23,277 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.8% and totaled 459 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Pottawatomie County is 2% lower than the state average, which stands at 6.1%.

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 Pottawatomie County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Pottawatomie County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Pottawatomie County

	Estimated Total
White	23,277
Multiracial	1,025
African American	459
Asian	162
Some Other Race	112
American Indian or Alaska Native	47

Source: US Census Bureau

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