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Census Bureau: 2.2% of people in Vermillion County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 15,477 citizens living in Vermillion County in 2021, 97.8% said they were only one race, while 2.2% 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 Vermillion County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 96.6% or 14,953 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.4% and totaled 67 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Vermillion County is 2.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.3%.

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 Vermillion County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Vermillion County
Estimated Total
White14,953
Multiracial348
African American67
Some Other Race57
Asian30
American Indian or Alaska Native15
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander7
Source: US Census Bureau

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