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Census Bureau: 4% of people in Linn County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 228,567 citizens living in Linn County in 2021, 96% said they were only one race, while 4% 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 Linn County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86.4% or 197,463 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.9% and totaled 13,527 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Linn County is 0.1% higher 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 Linn County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Linn County
White [86.4%]African American [5.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Linn County
Estimated Total
White197,463
African American13,527
Multiracial9,253
Asian5,308
Some Other Race2,227
American Indian or Alaska Native405
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander384
Source: US Census Bureau

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