East Kentucky Times

Of the 13,772 citizens living in Morgan County in 2021, 98.9% said they were only one race, while 1.1% 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 Morgan County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.6% or 12,759 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 3.4% and totaled 464 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Morgan County is 2.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

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 Morgan County.

	Estimated Total
White	12,759
African American	464
Multiracial	156
Some Other Race	126
Asian	120
American Indian or Alaska Native	90
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	57

Source: US Census Bureau