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Census Bureau: 3.4% of people in Jackson Parish 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 15,214 citizens living in Jackson Parish in 2021, 96.6% said they were only one race, while 3.4% 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 Jackson Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 67% or 10,189 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 26.7% and totaled 4,069 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Jackson Parish is 0.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.8%.

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 Jackson Parish.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Jackson Parish
White [67%]African American [26.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Jackson Parish
Estimated Total
White10,189
African American4,069
Multiracial514
Some Other Race325
Asian94
American Indian or Alaska Native23
Source: US Census Bureau

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