Quantcast

East Central Reporter

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Census Bureau: 1.9% of people in Jasper County identified as multiracial in 2021

Webp ditaskatague1500x1875editado

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 9,324 citizens living in Jasper County in 2021, 98.1% said they were only one race, while 1.9% 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 Jasper County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 97.1% or 9,055 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Jasper County is 3.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.8%.

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 Jasper County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Jasper County
Estimated Total
White9,055
Multiracial180
Some Other Race42
African American27
Asian14
American Indian or Alaska Native3
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander3
Source: US Census Bureau

MORE NEWS