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Census Bureau: 2.5% of people in St. Martin Parish identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 52,222 citizens living in St. Martin Parish in 2021, 97.5% said they were only one race, while 2.5% 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 St. Martin Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 66.3% or 34,612 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 29.3% and totaled 15,316 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in St. Martin Parish is 1.3% 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 St. Martin Parish.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in St. Martin Parish
White [66.3%]African American [29.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in St. Martin Parish
Estimated Total
White34,612
African American15,316
Multiracial1,320
Asian511
Some Other Race246
American Indian or Alaska Native217
Source: US Census Bureau

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