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Census Bureau: 1.7% of people in Tensas Parish identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

Of the 4,269 citizens living in Tensas Parish in 2021, 98.3% said they were only one race, while 1.7% 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 Tensas Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 53.1% or 2,267 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 42.3% and totaled 1,805 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Tensas Parish is 2.1% 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 Tensas Parish.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Tensas Parish
African American [53.1%]White [42.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Tensas Parish
Estimated Total
African American2,267
White1,805
Some Other Race117
Multiracial74
Asian6
Source: US Census Bureau

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