NW Missouri Times

Of the 21,571 citizens living in Nodaway 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 Nodaway County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.2% or 20,112 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.7% and totaled 593 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Nodaway 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 Nodaway County.

	Estimated Total
White	20,112
African American	593
Multiracial	411
Asian	268
Some Other Race	130
American Indian or Alaska Native	55
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	2

Source: US Census Bureau