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Census Bureau: 6.4% of people in St. Joseph 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 272,049 citizens living in St. Joseph County in 2021, 93.6% said they were only one race, while 6.4% 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. Joseph County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 75.3% or 204,891 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 12.7% and totaled 34,665 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in St. Joseph County is 2.1% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.3%.

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. Joseph County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in St. Joseph County
White [75.3%]African American [12.7%]Multiracial [6.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in St. Joseph County
Estimated Total
White204,891
African American34,665
Multiracial17,463
Some Other Race7,166
Asian6,878
American Indian or Alaska Native857
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander129
Source: US Census Bureau