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Friday, November 22, 2024

Census Bureau: 7.8% of people in Kendall County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 130,757 citizens living in Kendall County in 2021, 92.2% said they were only one race, while 7.8% 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 Kendall County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 76.3% or 99,830 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.2% and totaled 10,664 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Kendall County is 2% higher than the state average, which stands at 5.8%.

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 Kendall County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Kendall County
White [76.3%]African American [8.2%]Multiracial [7.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Kendall County
Estimated Total
White99,830
African American10,664
Multiracial10,175
Some Other Race5,906
Asian3,848
American Indian or Alaska Native334
Source: US Census Bureau

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