USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau
The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Yazoo County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 59.3% or 16,545 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 37.4% and totaled 10,440 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Yazoo County is 0.2% higher than the state average, which stands at 2.4%.
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 Yazoo County.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| African American | 16,545 |
| White | 10,440 |
| Multiracial | 715 |
| Some Other Race | 110 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 102 |
| Asian | 12 |
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