West Central Reporter

Of the 13,058 citizens living in Cass County in 2021, 94.6% said they were only one race, while 5.4% 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 Cass County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.8% or 11,075 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cass County is 0.4% 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 Cass County.

	Estimated Total
White	11,075
Multiracial	699
Some Other Race	545
African American	451
American Indian or Alaska Native	108
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	91
Asian	89

Source: US Census Bureau