South Omaha Times

Of the 188,464 citizens living in Sarpy County in 2021, 94.6% said they were only one race, while 5.4% 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 Sarpy County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.4% or 159,033 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4.1% and totaled 7,755 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sarpy County is 0.3% higher than the state average, which stands at 5.1%.

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 Sarpy County.

	Estimated Total
White	159,033
Multiracial	10,141
African American	7,755
Some Other Race	5,734
Asian	4,813
American Indian or Alaska Native	772
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	216

Source: US Census Bureau