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Census Bureau: 6.6% of people in Lincoln County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 33,650 citizens living in Lincoln County in 2021, 93.4% said they were only one race, while 6.6% 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 Lincoln County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 83.4% or 28,069 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 7% and totaled 2,355 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lincoln County is 3.4% 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 Lincoln County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lincoln County
White [83.4%]American Indian or Alaska Native [7%]Multiracial [6.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lincoln County
Estimated Total
White28,069
American Indian or Alaska Native2,355
Multiracial2,230
African American671
Some Other Race175
Asian121
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander29
Source: US Census Bureau

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