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Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Census Bureau: 12.5% of people in Osage County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 46,140 citizens living in Osage County in 2021, 87.5% said they were only one race, while 12.5% 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 Osage County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 63.8% or 29,427 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 11.4% and totaled 5,248 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Osage County is 2.5% 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 Osage County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Osage County
White [63.8%]Multiracial [12.5%]American Indian or Alaska Native [11.4%]African American [10.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Osage County
Estimated Total
White29,427
Multiracial5,779
American Indian or Alaska Native5,248
African American4,969
Some Other Race567
Asian150
Source: US Census Bureau

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