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Census Bureau: 2.9% of people in Gadsden County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 44,233 citizens living in Gadsden County in 2021, 97.1% said they were only one race, while 2.9% 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 Gadsden County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 55.3% or 24,451 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 37.2% and totaled 16,446 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Gadsden County is 6.5% lower than the state average, which stands at 9.4%.

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 Gadsden County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Gadsden County
African American [55.3%]White [37.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Gadsden County
Estimated Total
African American24,451
White16,446
Some Other Race1,511
Multiracial1,276
American Indian or Alaska Native434
Asian103
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander12
Source: US Census Bureau

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