Eagle Valley Times

Of the 49,158 citizens living in Douglas County in 2021, 94.1% said they were only one race, while 5.9% 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 Douglas County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.6% or 41,598 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Douglas County is 4.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.3%.

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 Douglas County.

	Estimated Total
White	41,598
Multiracial	2,894
Some Other Race	2,373
Asian	973
American Indian or Alaska Native	847
African American	366
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	107

Source: US Census Bureau