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Census Bureau: 2.1% of people in Ouachita Parish identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 160,227 citizens living in Ouachita Parish 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 Ouachita Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 58.1% or 93,017 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 37.6% and totaled 60,166 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ouachita Parish is 1.7% 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 Ouachita Parish.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Ouachita Parish
White [58.1%]African American [37.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Ouachita Parish
Estimated Total
White93,017
African American60,166
Multiracial3,368
Asian1,747
Some Other Race1,658
American Indian or Alaska Native247
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander24
Source: US Census Bureau

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