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Census Bureau: 2.7% of people in Union Parish identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

Of the 21,272 citizens living in Union Parish in 2021, 97.3% said they were only one race, while 2.7% 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 Union Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 70.1% or 14,904 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 24.3% and totaled 5,159 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Union Parish is 1.1% 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 Union Parish.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Union Parish
White [70.1%]African American [24.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Union Parish
Estimated Total
White14,904
African American5,159
Multiracial582
Some Other Race560
American Indian or Alaska Native59
Asian5
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander3
Source: US Census Bureau

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