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Census Bureau: 2.8% of people in Poweshiek 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 18,628 citizens living in Poweshiek County in 2021, 97.2% said they were only one race, while 2.8% 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 Poweshiek County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.4% or 17,221 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 2.2% and totaled 402 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Poweshiek County is 1.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.9%.

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 Poweshiek County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Poweshiek County
White [92.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Poweshiek County
Estimated Total
White17,221
Multiracial518
Asian402
African American230
Some Other Race209
American Indian or Alaska Native48
Source: US Census Bureau

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