Census Bureau: 3.5% of people in Clay County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

By SC Nebraska News

Nov 10, 2023

Of the 6,104 citizens living in Clay County in 2021, 96.5% said they were only one race, while 3.5% 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 Clay County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.9% or 5,669 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Clay County is 1.6% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.1%.

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 Clay County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Clay County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Clay County

	Estimated Total
White	5,669
Multiracial	216
Some Other Race	143
American Indian or Alaska Native	49
African American	25
Asian	2

Source: US Census Bureau

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