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Census Bureau: 3.6% of people in Bossier Parish identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 128,508 citizens living in Bossier Parish in 2021, 96.4% said they were only one race, while 3.6% 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 Bossier Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 68.8% or 88,396 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 23.5% and totaled 30,256 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Bossier Parish is 0.2% lower 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 Bossier Parish.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Bossier Parish
White [68.8%]African American [23.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Bossier Parish
Estimated Total
White88,396
African American30,256
Multiracial4,568
Asian2,536
Some Other Race1,852
American Indian or Alaska Native823
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander77
Source: US Census Bureau

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