Grayson Times

Of the 41,215 citizens living in Cooke County in 2021, 92.1% said they were only one race, while 7.9% 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 Cooke County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86.3% or 35,585 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.8% and totaled 1,170 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cooke County is 3% 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 Cooke County.

	Estimated Total
White	35,585
Multiracial	3,263
African American	1,170
Some Other Race	545
Asian	326
American Indian or Alaska Native	320
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	6

Source: US Census Bureau