Cape Cod Ledger

Of the 20,277 citizens living in Dukes County in 2021, 92% said they were only one race, while 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 Dukes County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 83.3% or 16,892 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4.6% and totaled 929 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Dukes County is 1.5% higher than the state average, which stands at 6.5%.

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 Dukes County.

	Estimated Total
White	16,892
Multiracial	1,618
African American	929
Some Other Race	461
American Indian or Alaska Native	189
Asian	188

Source: US Census Bureau