Census Bureau: 2.2% of people in Harlan County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

By SE Kentucky News

Dec 1, 2023

Of the 26,921 citizens living in Harlan County in 2021, 97.8% said they were only one race, while 2.2% 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 Harlan County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.9% or 25,560 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.2% and totaled 604 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Harlan County is 1.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

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 Harlan County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Harlan County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Harlan County

	Estimated Total
White	25,560
African American	604
Multiracial	585
Asian	103
Some Other Race	69

Source: US Census Bureau

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