Census Bureau: 0.9% of people in Mitchell County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

By North Iowa Reporter

Dec 22, 2023

Of the 10,526 citizens living in Mitchell County in 2021, 99.1% said they were only one race, while 0.9% 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 Mitchell County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 97.4% or 10,251 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 0.8% and totaled 89 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Mitchell County is 3% 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 Mitchell County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Mitchell County

	Estimated Total
White	10,251
Multiracial	94
Asian	89
African American	50
Some Other Race	32
American Indian or Alaska Native	10

Source: US Census Bureau

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