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Census Bureau: 5.2% of people in Dallas County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

Of the 96,604 citizens living in Dallas County in 2021, 94.8% said they were only one race, while 5.2% 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 Dallas County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86.7% or 83,711 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 4.5% and totaled 4,386 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Dallas County is 1.3% higher 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 Dallas County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Dallas County
White [86.7%]Multiracial [5.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [8.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Dallas County
Estimated Total
White83,711
Multiracial5,003
Asian4,386
African American1,937
Some Other Race1,432
American Indian or Alaska Native90
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander45
Source: US Census Bureau