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Census Bureau: 4% of people in Williamson County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 242,386 citizens living in Williamson County in 2021, 96% said they were only one race, while 4% 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 Williamson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 85.8% or 207,982 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 4.9% and totaled 11,891 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Williamson County is 0.2% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.8%.

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 Williamson County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Williamson County
White [85.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [14.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Williamson County
Estimated Total
White207,982
Asian11,891
African American9,794
Multiracial9,699
Some Other Race2,464
American Indian or Alaska Native482
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander74
Source: US Census Bureau