Interracial marriage still rising

by Eathan

A few weeks ago I read an interesting article about interracial marriages.  According to census figures, interracial marriages among American born Hispanics and Asians are slowing.  The interesting thing is Black Americans are more likely to marry a white American more than ever.  I was a bit shocked to find out that blacks are 3 times more likely to marry white than ever.

My biggest question was, who has the highest rate of interracial marriages?

“Hawaii had the highest share of mixed marriages, about 32 percent. It was followed by Alaska, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Nevada, which ranged from 15 percent to 19 percent. The bottom five states were Pennsylvania, Maine, Kentucky, Mississippi and West Virginia, each ranging from 3 percent to 4 percent.” 328 watermark 320x240 interracial couple Interracial marriage still rising

If you’re curious to find out what one Hispanic guy’s reason to date/marry outside of his race, check out the full article here.

I know I represent N. Texas and can say there is are plenty of interracial couples and bi-racial kids.  But I’m curious to know how often you see interracial couples in your area.

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  • Yes N. Texas is a haven for Swirl couples.. :)
  • Wow Daryl that's alot. I've been to Birmingham and Mobile.. it wasn't like that 10-15 yrs ago.. What part of Alabama are you in?
  • I live in N TX and while I do see my fair share of interracial couples, we definitely are in need of a lot more!!!
  • Believe it or not, in Alabama, interracial children are all over. I would say that I see at about 2 different interracial couples a week. This past weekend, there was a street fest downtown and I was seeing interracial couples everywhere. I would guess at least 15 couples this past Friday and Saturday.
  • Amfene
    i can definitely see that. i am from birmingham myself now residing in NYC. but i do imagine it would be hard down there.. i remember just talking to white friends sometimes and getting the death stare. ughh! i hope things are getting better everywhere, people are not going to be told what to do and how to do it. but boy am i glad to be up north dating interacially than there, just feels more comfortable.
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