Abilene Times

Of the 141,739 citizens living in Taylor County in 2021, 92.5% said they were only one race, while 7.5% 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 Taylor County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73.7% or 104,458 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Taylor County is 3.4% 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 Taylor County.

	Estimated Total
White	104,458
Some Other Race	11,788
African American	11,057
Multiracial	10,574
Asian	3,312
American Indian or Alaska Native	490
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	60

Source: US Census Bureau