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Census Bureau: 6.9% of people in Milwaukee County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 939,123 citizens living in Milwaukee County in 2021, 93.1% said they were only one race, while 6.9% 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 Milwaukee County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 55.3% or 519,643 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 26.6% and totaled 250,103 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Milwaukee County is 2.5% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.4%.

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 Milwaukee County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Milwaukee County
White [55.3%]African American [26.6%]Multiracial [6.9%]Some Other Race [6%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Milwaukee County
Estimated Total
White519,643
African American250,103
Multiracial65,064
Some Other Race56,636
Asian42,161
American Indian or Alaska Native5,185
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander331
Source: US Census Bureau

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