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Of the 51,839 citizens living in Darke County in 2021, 98.1% said they were only one race, while 1.9% 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 Darke County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 96.7% or 50,105 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1% and totaled 505 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Darke County is 2.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.3%.

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 Darke County.

	Estimated Total
White	50,105
Multiracial	998
African American	505
Some Other Race	136
Asian	56
American Indian or Alaska Native	39

Source: US Census Bureau