Panhandle Times

Of the 3,138 citizens living in Lipscomb County in 2021, 89.4% said they were only one race, while 10.6% 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 Lipscomb County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 75.3% or 2,363 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lipscomb County is 0.3% lower 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 Lipscomb County.

	Estimated Total
White	2,363
Some Other Race	346
Multiracial	332
Asian	37
African American	33
American Indian or Alaska Native	22
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	5

Source: US Census Bureau