Hopkinsville Times

Of the 72,377 citizens living in Christian County in 2021, 94.1% said they were only one race, while 5.9% 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 Christian County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 70% or 50,695 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 19.7% and totaled 14,240 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Christian County is 2.4% higher 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 Christian County.

	Estimated Total
White	50,695
African American	14,240
Multiracial	4,241
Asian	1,305
Some Other Race	834
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	778
American Indian or Alaska Native	284

Source: US Census Bureau