Panhandle Times

Of the 2,948 citizens living in Collingsworth County in 2021, 88.2% said they were only one race, while 11.8% 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 Collingsworth County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 69.7% or 2,055 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 9.3% and totaled 275 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Collingsworth County is 0.9% higher than the state average, which stands at 10.9%.

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 Collingsworth County.

	Estimated Total
White	2,055
Multiracial	348
African American	275
Some Other Race	194
American Indian or Alaska Native	53
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	23

Source: US Census Bureau