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Census Bureau: 10.5% of people in Yuma 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 9,944 citizens living in Yuma County in 2021, 89.5% said they were only one race, while 10.5% 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 Yuma County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86.4% or 8,593 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.3% and totaled 130 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Yuma County is 2.1% higher than the state average, which stands at 8.4%.

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 Yuma County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Yuma County
White [86.4%]Multiracial [10.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Yuma County
Estimated Total
White8,593
Multiracial1,049
African American130
Some Other Race114
American Indian or Alaska Native53
Asian5
Source: US Census Bureau

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