East Idaho Times

Of the 50,979 citizens living in Madison County in 2021, 96.1% said they were only one race, while 3.9% 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 Madison County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.5% or 46,647 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Madison County is 1.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.7%.

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 Madison County.

	Estimated Total
White	46,647
Multiracial	2,004
Some Other Race	1,089
Asian	780
African American	250
American Indian or Alaska Native	121
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	88

Source: US Census Bureau