Sioux City Times

Of the 25,543 citizens living in Plymouth County in 2021, 98.7% said they were only one race, while 1.3% 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 Plymouth County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.6% or 23,903 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Plymouth County is 2.6% lower 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 Plymouth County.

	Estimated Total
White	23,903
Some Other Race	557
African American	436
Multiracial	342
American Indian or Alaska Native	131
Asian	103
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	71

Source: US Census Bureau