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Census Bureau: 2.2% of people in Alexander County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 5,488 citizens living in Alexander County in 2021, 97.8% said they were only one race, while 2.2% 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 Alexander County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 63.8% or 3,502 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 33.5% and totaled 1,836 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Alexander County is 3.6% 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 Alexander County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Alexander County
White [63.8%]African American [33.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Alexander County
Estimated Total
White3,502
African American1,836
Multiracial123
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander22
American Indian or Alaska Native4
Asian1
Source: US Census Bureau

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