Kankakee Times

Of the 27,362 citizens living in Iroquois 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 Iroquois County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.7% or 25,088 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Iroquois 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 Iroquois County.

	Estimated Total
White	25,088
Some Other Race	957
Multiracial	934
African American	262
Asian	88
American Indian or Alaska Native	33

Source: US Census Bureau