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Census Bureau: 2.1% of people in Rush County identified as multiracial in 2021

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

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

Of the 16,706 citizens living in Rush County in 2021, 97.9% said they were only one race, while 2.1% 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 Rush County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 97.1% or 16,218 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.6% and totaled 97 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Rush County is 2.2% lower 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 Rush County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Rush County
Estimated Total
White16,218
Multiracial356
African American97
Some Other Race19
Asian16
Source: US Census Bureau

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