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Census Bureau: 5.1% of people in St. Mary Parish identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 49,818 citizens living in St. Mary Parish in 2021, 94.9% said they were only one race, while 5.1% 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 St. Mary Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 58.4% or 29,103 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 30.1% and totaled 15,018 individuals.

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

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in St. Mary Parish
White [58.4%]African American [30.1%]Multiracial [5.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in St. Mary Parish
Estimated Total
White29,103
African American15,018
Multiracial2,564
Some Other Race1,622
American Indian or Alaska Native826
Asian680
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander5
Source: US Census Bureau

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