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Monday, December 23, 2024

Census Bureau: 7.9% of people in San Saba County identified as multiracial in 2021

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

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

Of the 5,775 citizens living in San Saba County in 2021, 92.1% said they were only one race, while 7.9% 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 San Saba County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 81.6% or 4,713 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in San Saba County is 3% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.9%.

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 San Saba County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in San Saba County
White [81.6%]Some Other Race [8.3%]Multiracial [7.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in San Saba County
Estimated Total
White4,713
Some Other Race482
Multiracial456
African American103
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander10
Asian8
American Indian or Alaska Native3
Source: US Census Bureau

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