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

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

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

Of the 106,523 citizens living in Vigo 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 Vigo County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86% or 91,599 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 7.2% and totaled 7,654 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Vigo County is 0.8% 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 Vigo County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Vigo County
White [86%]African American [7.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Vigo County
Estimated Total
White91,599
African American7,654
Multiracial3,769
Asian2,193
Some Other Race1,041
American Indian or Alaska Native164
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander103
Source: US Census Bureau

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