Census Bureau: 2.5% of people in Stone County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

By Branson Times

Nov 10, 2023

Of the 31,018 citizens living in Stone County 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 Stone County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95.8% or 29,703 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Stone County is 2.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 Stone County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Stone County

	Estimated Total
White	29,703
Multiracial	783
Some Other Race	289
Asian	133
American Indian or Alaska Native	65
African American	45

Source: US Census Bureau

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