Galesburg Reporter

Of the 50,193 citizens living in Knox County in 2021, 96.6% said they were only one race, while 3.4% 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 Knox County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.8% or 42,575 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.8% and totaled 4,416 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Knox County is 2.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.8%.

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 Knox County.

	Estimated Total
White	42,575
African American	4,416
Multiracial	1,694
Some Other Race	945
Asian	518
American Indian or Alaska Native	45

Source: US Census Bureau