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Census Bureau: 2.4% of people in Natchitoches Parish identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 37,896 citizens living in Natchitoches Parish in 2021, 97.6% said they were only one race, while 2.4% 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 Natchitoches Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 51.9% or 19,673 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 42.6% and totaled 16,148 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Natchitoches Parish is 1.4% 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 Natchitoches Parish.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Natchitoches Parish
White [51.9%]African American [42.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Natchitoches Parish
Estimated Total
White19,673
African American16,148
Multiracial907
Some Other Race767
American Indian or Alaska Native342
Asian59
Source: US Census Bureau

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