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Census Bureau: 3.8% of people in Chattooga County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 24,898 citizens living in Chattooga County in 2021, 96.2% said they were only one race, while 3.8% 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 Chattooga County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 83.7% or 20,847 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 9.8% and totaled 2,433 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Chattooga County is 1% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.8%.

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 Chattooga County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Chattooga County
White [83.7%]African American [9.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Chattooga County
Estimated Total
White20,847
African American2,433
Multiracial952
Some Other Race460
American Indian or Alaska Native193
Asian13
Source: US Census Bureau

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