Census Bureau: 5.5% of people in Gordon County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

By Rome Reporter

Nov 10, 2023

Of the 57,274 citizens living in Gordon County in 2021, 94.5% said they were only one race, while 5.5% 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 Gordon County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 83% or 47,563 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Gordon County is 0.7% higher 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 Gordon County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Gordon County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Gordon County

	Estimated Total
White	47,563
Some Other Race	3,222
Multiracial	3,131
African American	1,830
American Indian or Alaska Native	730
Asian	691
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	107

Source: US Census Bureau

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