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Census Bureau: 7.7% of people in Sedgwick 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 520,467 citizens living in Sedgwick County in 2021, 92.3% said they were only one race, while 7.7% 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 Sedgwick County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 74.4% or 387,243 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.4% and totaled 43,489 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sedgwick County is 1.6% higher than the state average, which stands at 6.1%.

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 Sedgwick County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Sedgwick County
White [74.4%]African American [8.4%]Multiracial [7.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Sedgwick County
Estimated Total
White387,243
African American43,489
Multiracial39,850
Some Other Race22,827
Asian22,316
American Indian or Alaska Native4,339
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander403
Source: US Census Bureau

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