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Census Bureau: 3.1% of people in Nash County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

Of the 94,628 citizens living in Nash County in 2021, 96.9% said they were only one race, while 3.1% 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 Nash County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 50.1% or 47,434 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 40.7% and totaled 38,554 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Nash County is 1.7% 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 Nash County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Nash County
White [50.1%]African American [40.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Nash County
Estimated Total
White47,434
African American38,554
Some Other Race4,300
Multiracial2,930
Asian832
American Indian or Alaska Native538
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander40
Source: US Census Bureau

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