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Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Census Bureau: 6.3% of people in Chambers County 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 45,257 citizens living in Chambers County in 2021, 93.7% said they were only one race, while 6.3% 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 Chambers County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 79.2% or 35,837 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 7.6% and totaled 3,445 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Chambers County is 4.6% 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 Chambers County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Chambers County
White [79.2%]African American [7.6%]Multiracial [6.3%]Some Other Race [6.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [0.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Chambers County
Estimated Total
White35,837
African American3,445
Multiracial2,858
Some Other Race2,740
Asian337
American Indian or Alaska Native40
Source: US Census Bureau

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