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Census Bureau: 2.7% of people in Gasconade County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 14,803 citizens living in Gasconade County in 2021, 97.3% said they were only one race, while 2.7% 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 Gasconade County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95.8% or 14,187 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.7% and totaled 99 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Gasconade County is 1.9% 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 Gasconade County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Gasconade County
Estimated Total
White14,187
Multiracial398
African American99
American Indian or Alaska Native58
Asian23
Some Other Race20
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander18
Source: US Census Bureau

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