South Central Reporter

Of the 34,038 citizens living in Christian County in 2021, 98.5% said they were only one race, while 1.5% 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 Christian County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95.9% or 32,640 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.6% and totaled 555 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Christian County is 4.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.8%.

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 Christian County.

	Estimated Total
White	32,640
African American	555
Multiracial	505
Asian	251
American Indian or Alaska Native	40
Some Other Race	28
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	19

Source: US Census Bureau