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Monday, March 31, 2025

Census Bureau: 3.2% of people in Jones County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 20,680 citizens living in Jones County in 2021, 96.8% said they were only one race, while 3.2% 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 Jones County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.6% or 19,360 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.2% and totaled 458 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Jones County is 0.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.9%.

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 Jones County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Jones County
White [93.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Jones County
Estimated Total
White19,360
Multiracial656
African American458
Asian135
American Indian or Alaska Native37
Some Other Race34
Source: US Census Bureau

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