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Census Bureau: 4.9% of people in Cameron County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

Of the 4,596 citizens living in Cameron County in 2021, 95.1% said they were only one race, while 4.9% 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 Cameron County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.5% or 4,342 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 0.2% and totaled nine individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cameron County is 0.6% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.3%.

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 Cameron County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Cameron County
White [94.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Cameron County
Estimated Total
White4,342
Multiracial224
American Indian or Alaska Native9
Some Other Race9
African American7
Asian5
Source: US Census Bureau

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