USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau
The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Polk County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 81.4% or 397,715 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 7.2% and totaled 35,109 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Polk County is 0.4% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.9%.
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 Polk County.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| White | 397,715 |
| African American | 35,109 |
| Asian | 24,135 |
| Multiracial | 21,203 |
| Some Other Race | 9,213 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 1,114 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 382 |
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