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Friday, April 4, 2025

Census Bureau: 1.9% of people in Harrison 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 8,229 citizens living in Harrison County in 2021, 98.1% said they were only one race, while 1.9% 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 Harrison County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 96.4% or 7,931 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.8% and totaled 68 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Harrison County is 2.7% 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 Harrison County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Harrison County
Estimated Total
White7,931
Multiracial158
African American68
Asian42
American Indian or Alaska Native22
Some Other Race5
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander3
Source: US Census Bureau