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Census Bureau: 2.7% of people in Grundy County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 9,901 citizens living in Grundy County 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 Grundy County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.3% or 9,337 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 1.2% and totaled 115 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Grundy County is 1.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 Grundy County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Grundy County
White [94.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Grundy County
Estimated Total
White9,337
Multiracial263
Asian115
Some Other Race108
African American44
American Indian or Alaska Native33
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander1
Source: US Census Bureau