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Census Bureau: 11.6% of people in Pushmataha County identified as multiracial in 2021

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

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

Of the 10,891 citizens living in Pushmataha County in 2021, 88.4% said they were only one race, while 11.6% 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 Pushmataha County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 70.3% or 7,661 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 16.4% and totaled 1,787 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Pushmataha County is 1.6% higher than the state average, which stands at 10%.

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 Pushmataha County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Pushmataha County
White [70.3%]American Indian or Alaska Native [16.4%]Multiracial [11.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Pushmataha County
Estimated Total
White7,661
American Indian or Alaska Native1,787
Multiracial1,266
African American99
Asian40
Some Other Race25
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander13
Source: US Census Bureau

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