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Census Bureau: 1.6% 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 30,632 citizens living in Randolph County in 2021, 98.4% said they were only one race, while 1.6% 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 85.7% or 26,254 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 10.7% and totaled 3,264 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Randolph County is 4.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.8%.

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 [85.7%]African American [10.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Randolph County
Estimated Total
White26,254
African American3,264
Multiracial487
Some Other Race382
Asian203
American Indian or Alaska Native27
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander15
Source: US Census Bureau

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