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Census Bureau: 2.6% of people in Piatt County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 16,664 citizens living in Piatt County in 2021, 97.4% said they were only one race, while 2.6% 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 Piatt County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 96.4% or 16,062 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.6% and totaled 107 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Piatt County is 3.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.8%.

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 Piatt County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Piatt County
Estimated Total
White16,062
Multiracial430
African American107
Some Other Race43
American Indian or Alaska Native17
Asian5
Source: US Census Bureau

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