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Census Bureau: 3.5% of people in Randolph County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 21,984 citizens living in Randolph County in 2021, 96.5% said they were only one race, while 3.5% 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 Randolph County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 77.1% or 16,953 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 18.6% and totaled 4,080 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Randolph County is 0.4% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Randolph County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Randolph County
White [77.1%]African American [18.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Randolph County
Estimated Total
White16,953
African American4,080
Multiracial766
Some Other Race157
American Indian or Alaska Native16
Asian12
Source: US Census Bureau

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