South Omaha Times

Of the 578,771 citizens living in Douglas County in 2021, 94% said they were only one race, while 6% 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 Douglas County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 75.4% or 436,389 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 10.7% and totaled 62,159 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Douglas County is 0.9% 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 Douglas County.

	Estimated Total
White	436,389
African American	62,159
Multiracial	34,730
Asian	23,874
Some Other Race	18,020
American Indian or Alaska Native	3,427
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	172

Source: US Census Bureau