North Iowa Reporter

Of the 10,837 citizens living in Hancock County in 2021, 98.2% said they were only one race, while 1.8% 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 Hancock County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95.5% or 10,349 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.2% and totaled 127 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hancock County is 2.1% lower 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 Hancock County.

	Estimated Total
White	10,349
Multiracial	190
African American	127
Some Other Race	124
Asian	33
American Indian or Alaska Native	14

Source: US Census Bureau