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Census Bureau: 7% of people in Hughes County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 13,406 citizens living in Hughes County in 2021, 93% said they were only one race, while 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 Hughes County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 66.1% or 8,857 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 21.8% and totaled 2,924 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hughes County is 3% lower than the state average, which stands at 10%.

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 Hughes County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Hughes County
White [66.1%]American Indian or Alaska Native [21.8%]Multiracial [7%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Hughes County
Estimated Total
White8,857
American Indian or Alaska Native2,924
Multiracial938
African American557
Some Other Race77
Asian49
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander4
Source: US Census Bureau

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