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Census Bureau: 4.8% of people in Porter County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 172,353 citizens living in Porter County in 2021, 95.2% said they were only one race, while 4.8% 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 Porter County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 88.1% or 151,838 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4.1% and totaled 6,991 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Porter County is 0.5% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.3%.

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 Porter County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Porter County
White [88.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [11.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Porter County
Estimated Total
White151,838
Multiracial8,242
African American6,991
Some Other Race2,588
Asian2,411
American Indian or Alaska Native258
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander25
Source: US Census Bureau

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