North Panhandle Times

Of the 42,443 citizens living in Ohio County in 2021, 96.4% said they were only one race, while 3.6% 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 Ohio County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92% or 39,066 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 3.2% and totaled 1,354 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ohio County is 0.5% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Ohio County.

	Estimated Total
White	39,066
Multiracial	1,525
African American	1,354
Asian	279
Some Other Race	181
American Indian or Alaska Native	38

Source: US Census Bureau