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Sunday, March 16, 2025

Census Bureau: 4.1% of people in Lonoke 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 73,824 citizens living in Lonoke County in 2021, 95.9% said they were only one race, while 4.1% 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 Lonoke County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 87.7% or 64,745 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.6% and totaled 4,147 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lonoke County is 1.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.3%.

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 Lonoke County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lonoke County
White [87.7%]African American [5.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lonoke County
Estimated Total
White64,745
African American4,147
Multiracial3,061
Some Other Race803
Asian710
American Indian or Alaska Native223
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander135
Source: US Census Bureau

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