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Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in St. Francois County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 67,168 citizens living in St. Francois County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 St. Francois County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.8% or 61,663 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 3.5% and totaled 2,380 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in St. Francois County is 1.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 St. Francois County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in St. Francois County
White [91.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [8.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in St. Francois County
Estimated Total
White61,663
African American2,380
Multiracial2,196
Some Other Race526
Asian259
American Indian or Alaska Native124
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander20
Source: US Census Bureau

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