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Of the 15,290 citizens living in Tipton County in 2021, 98.2% said they were only one race, while 1.8% 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 Tipton County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 96.6% or 14,769 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 0.7% and totaled 103 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Tipton County is 2.5% 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 Tipton County.

	Estimated Total
White	14,769
Multiracial	272
Asian	103
Some Other Race	72
African American	48
American Indian or Alaska Native	26

Source: US Census Bureau