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Harrison County – Ancestry

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Ancestry refers to the lineage or descent of a person, family, or group, tracing back through generations to identify their origins, heritage, and familial connections. It encompasses the genetic, cultural, and historical ties that link individuals to their forebears, shaping their identity and sense of belonging. Ancestry is a multifaceted concept, intertwining biology, genealogy, history, and culture, and it plays a significant role in how people understand themselves and their place in the world.

At its core, ancestry is rooted in genetics. Each individual inherits a unique combination of DNA from their parents, who in turn inherited their DNA from their own ancestors. This genetic material carries information about physical traits, predispositions to certain health conditions, and even behavioral tendencies. Advances in genetic testing, such as DNA analysis, have made it possible for individuals to trace their biological ancestry with remarkable precision. Companies like 23andMe and AncestryDNA offer services that analyze genetic markers to provide insights into a person's ethnic composition and geographic origins, often revealing surprising connections to distant relatives or previously unknown heritage.

Beyond genetics, ancestry is deeply tied to genealogy, the study of family history and lineage. Genealogical research involves constructing family trees, documenting relationships, and uncovering historical records such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, census data, and immigration documents. This process often reveals stories of migration, resilience, and adaptation, offering a window into the lives of ancestors and the challenges they faced. For many, genealogy is a way to honor their forebears and preserve their legacy for future generations.

Cultural ancestry is another critical dimension, encompassing the traditions, languages, customs, and values passed down through generations. It connects individuals to their ethnic or national heritage, shaping their cultural identity and worldview. For example, someone with Irish ancestry might celebrate St. Patrick's Day, learn traditional Irish dance, or explore the Gaelic language, while someone with Japanese ancestry might practice tea ceremonies, study calligraphy, or observe Obon festivals. Cultural ancestry fosters a sense of continuity and belonging, linking individuals to a broader community with shared experiences and values.

Historical ancestry delves into the broader context of a family's or group's past, including significant events, social conditions, and historical movements that shaped their lives. For instance, the transatlantic slave trade, the Irish Potato Famine, or the Jewish diaspora have profoundly influenced the ancestry of millions of people, leaving lasting imprints on their descendants' identities. Understanding historical ancestry often involves grappling with complex narratives of triumph and tragedy, resilience and oppression, and the interplay of individual and collective experiences.

Ancestry also has a deeply personal and emotional dimension. For many, exploring their ancestry is a journey of self-discovery, offering insights into who they are and where they come from. It can foster a sense of pride, connection, and continuity, as well as a deeper appreciation for the struggles and achievements of those who came before. At the same time, it can raise questions about identity, belonging, and the complexities of heritage, particularly for individuals with mixed or multicultural backgrounds.

In a globalized world, ancestry serves as a bridge between the past and the present, connecting individuals to their roots while also highlighting the interconnectedness of human history. It underscores the diversity and richness of human experience, reminding us that every person's story is part of a larger tapestry woven over centuries. Whether through genetic testing, genealogical research, cultural practices, or historical exploration, ancestry offers a profound way to understand ourselves and our place in the world.

A diversification score measures the diversity of ancestries in the county. As the value appoaches 100, ancestry diversity decreases and therefore increasing the risk of a lack of cultural diversity. The ancestry diversification score for this county is:

18.75

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

German

 
Ancestry Report Part I
DescriptionTotal Population American Native American Hawaiian Caribbean (Latino) Mexican Central American South American Other Hispanic African American Sub- Saharan Caribbean (Black)

Harrison County40,2874,219681411271914912283917
Indiana (in 000's)6,9724771236839651282641912890
National (in 000's)343,25113,8902,21362611,32738,8796,1814,6443,68725,8937,8527,174
Jefferson County808,52440,6881,41158626,88521,9816,0963,8932,368111,54435,98823,610
Hardin County113,12510,1383413662,7242,9788341432128,3412,0322,090
Floyd County82,7197,076159195471,7524892231902,714840591
Meade County30,6083,7811046834636082122225617175159
Washington County28,8243,7436186828040588476
Crawford County10,6811,0852910781032053
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Harrison County18.7510.470.170.030.281.780.000.010.230.570.100.04
Indiana11.726.840.180.040.985.690.730.400.376.021.841.29
National7.834.050.640.183.3011.331.801.351.077.542.292.09
Jefferson County9.775.030.170.073.332.720.750.480.2913.804.452.92
Hardin County12.288.960.300.322.412.630.740.130.197.371.801.85
Floyd County13.898.550.190.020.662.120.590.270.233.281.020.71
Meade County17.3912.350.340.221.131.180.270.400.742.020.570.52
Washington County20.9112.990.210.030.240.970.010.000.200.290.020.02
Crawford County20.7510.160.270.010.000.730.010.000.030.190.050.03
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Harrison County 153.1694.4490.2728.4031.380.342.4761.199.415.263.26
Indiana 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 59.18360.76474.02337.11199.17246.53337.08290.95125.38124.20161.56
Jefferson County 73.6097.64188.27339.6947.81103.22119.9679.34229.30241.67225.72
Hardin County 131.07168.65840.42245.9946.29100.9331.4950.76122.5597.52142.81
Floyd County 125.11107.5559.6767.5537.2480.9367.1762.2254.5355.1355.23
Meade County 180.66190.11577.09115.4820.6836.6899.30199.1333.5031.0440.15
Washington County 189.92118.4172.1024.1017.081.900.0054.514.841.321.61
Crawford County 148.56151.9124.320.0012.841.280.007.613.112.542.17
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Harrison County 258.7926.1819.048.4215.760.140.7321.037.504.232.02
Indiana 168.9727.7221.1029.6650.2140.5629.6734.3779.7680.5261.90
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Jefferson County 124.3627.0739.72100.7624.0041.8735.5927.27182.88194.58139.71
Hardin County 221.4646.75177.3072.9723.2440.949.3417.4597.7478.5288.39
Floyd County 211.3929.8112.5920.0418.7032.8319.9321.3943.4944.3934.18
Meade County 305.2652.70121.7434.2610.3814.8829.4668.4426.7224.9924.85
Washington County 320.9032.8215.217.158.580.770.0018.733.861.061.00
Crawford County 251.0342.115.130.006.450.520.002.622.482.051.34
 
Ancestry Report Part II
DescriptionTotal Population Canadian British Dutch French German Italian Polish Scandi­navian Scotish/ Irish Spanish Other European

Harrison County40,287803,6052046007,3274461772673,5704700
Indiana (in 000's)6,972124875871932981106948611189
National (in 000's)343,2511,35018,0691,8283,64224,7089,0274,6675,96920,6251,1409,563
Jefferson County808,5241,32456,0593,5486,55074,11111,2854,8845,73163,5001,43817,596
Hardin County113,1253458,7884956828,2471,9777861,1019,0422972,393
Floyd County82,719527,4644531,26213,4541,2105098298,4201951,879
Meade County30,608872,531802132,6284721221923,017105574
Washington County28,824293,1341303943,2433751182552,35649590
Crawford County10,68151,280441311,39615894561,108080
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Harrison County18.750.208.950.511.4918.191.110.440.668.860.011.74
Indiana11.720.176.990.831.0213.361.411.571.006.970.162.72
National7.830.395.260.531.067.202.631.361.746.010.332.79
Jefferson County9.770.166.930.440.819.171.400.600.717.850.182.18
Hardin County12.280.307.770.440.607.291.750.690.977.990.262.12
Floyd County13.890.069.020.551.5316.261.460.621.0010.180.242.27
Meade County17.390.288.270.260.708.591.540.400.639.860.341.88
Washington County20.910.1010.870.451.3711.251.300.410.888.170.172.05
Crawford County20.750.0511.980.411.2313.071.480.880.5210.370.000.75
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Harrison County 113.78128.0661.00145.50136.0878.7827.9166.59127.116.2264.00
Indiana 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 225.3875.3364.15103.6553.86187.1686.37174.7286.19208.22102.62
Jefferson County 93.8399.2252.8679.1468.5999.3338.3771.22112.65111.4880.16
Hardin County 174.74111.1752.7158.9054.55124.3744.1497.79114.65164.5677.91
Floyd County 36.02129.1365.97149.05121.70104.1039.09100.70146.01147.7683.66
Meade County 162.86118.3431.4967.9964.24109.7425.3263.03141.39215.0269.07
Washington County 57.65155.6054.33133.5484.1992.5826.0188.89117.24106.5675.39
Crawford County 26.82171.5049.62119.8297.80105.2755.9152.68148.800.0027.59
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Harrison County 50.48169.9995.08140.37252.6642.0932.3138.11147.482.9962.36
Indiana 44.37132.75155.8896.48185.6653.43115.7857.24116.0348.0397.45
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Jefferson County 41.63131.7182.4076.36127.3453.0744.4340.76130.7153.5478.11
Hardin County 77.53147.5782.1656.82101.2866.4551.1055.97133.0279.0375.92
Floyd County 15.98171.41102.83143.80225.9555.6245.2657.64169.4170.9781.53
Meade County 72.26157.0949.0865.59119.2858.6429.3236.07164.04103.2767.31
Washington County 25.58206.5584.69128.84156.3049.4730.1150.88136.0351.1773.47
Crawford County 11.90227.6677.35115.60181.5756.2564.7330.15172.640.0026.88
 
Ancestry Report Part III
DescriptionTotal Population Chinese Filipino Japanese Korean Vietnamese South Central Asian South East Asian Other Asian Middle Eastern Other Ancestry Unknown

Harrison County40,287116817018559783,62013,865
Indiana (in 000's)6,97231176119573312198191,736
National (in 000's)343,2514,4613,0107931,5411,9135,4521,6431,2291,93147,32251,000
Jefferson County808,5242,5892,6095482,0933,17510,4172,6201,9454,926115,013141,513
Hardin County113,12511938811056913943429112711418,07928,403
Floyd County82,719193703216421359113411759,09422,130
Meade County30,60815461311089221603,85410,482
Washington County28,8243141170073082,49411,258
Crawford County10,6810000020861,0174,071
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Harrison County18.750.030.170.000.020.000.000.210.150.198.9934.42
Indiana11.720.440.240.090.160.130.820.470.170.2711.7424.90
National7.831.300.880.230.450.561.590.480.360.5613.7914.86
Jefferson County9.770.320.320.070.260.391.290.320.240.6114.2317.50
Hardin County12.280.110.340.100.500.120.380.260.110.1015.9825.11
Floyd County13.890.230.080.040.200.030.430.140.050.2110.9926.75
Meade County17.390.050.150.040.040.000.290.070.050.0012.5934.25
Washington County20.910.010.050.000.060.000.000.020.100.038.6539.06
Crawford County20.750.000.000.000.000.000.020.000.070.069.5238.11
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Harrison County 6.2371.132.8711.070.000.3044.6785.3872.3476.52138.22
Indiana 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 296.38369.59267.29286.20414.22194.19101.34208.81210.15117.4159.67
Jefferson County 73.02135.9978.43164.99291.88157.5268.61140.24227.64121.1470.29
Hardin County 23.99144.54112.52320.5891.3346.9054.4765.4537.65136.10100.84
Floyd County 53.2135.6644.77126.3618.8753.0628.9328.9079.0593.63107.45
Meade County 11.1863.3349.1522.910.0035.5515.2230.480.00107.23137.54
Washington County 2.3720.474.0137.590.000.005.1460.6810.3773.69156.86
Crawford County 0.000.000.000.000.002.290.0043.6720.9981.09153.07
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Harrison County 2.1019.251.073.870.000.1644.0840.8934.4265.18231.63
Indiana 33.7427.0637.4134.9424.1451.5098.6747.8947.5885.17167.58
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Jefferson County 24.6436.7929.3457.6570.4781.1267.7067.16108.32103.18117.80
Hardin County 8.0939.1142.10112.0122.0524.1553.7431.3417.92115.92168.98
Floyd County 17.959.6516.7544.154.5627.3228.5413.8437.6179.74180.06
Meade County 3.7717.1418.398.000.0018.3115.0214.590.0091.33230.49
Washington County 0.805.541.5013.130.000.005.0729.064.9362.76262.87
Crawford County 0.000.000.000.000.001.180.0020.919.9969.06256.53


Sources: STI: PopStats, Circa April 2025