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Census Bureau: 5.5% of people in Avoyelles Parish identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 39,880 citizens living in Avoyelles Parish in 2021, 94.5% said they were only one race, while 5.5% 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 Avoyelles Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 65.1% or 25,951 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 27.2% and totaled 10,847 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Avoyelles Parish is 1.7% higher 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 Avoyelles Parish.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Avoyelles Parish
White [65.1%]African American [27.2%]Multiracial [5.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Avoyelles Parish
Estimated Total
White25,951
African American10,847
Multiracial2,180
American Indian or Alaska Native496
Asian227
Some Other Race103
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander76
Source: US Census Bureau

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