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Census Bureau: 10.1% of people in Mitchell County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 8,903 citizens living in Mitchell County in 2021, 89.9% said they were only one race, while 10.1% 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 Mitchell County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 78.2% or 6,962 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 6.6% and totaled 585 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Mitchell County is 0.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.9%.

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 Mitchell County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Mitchell County
White [78.2%]Multiracial [10.1%]African American [6.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Mitchell County
Estimated Total
White6,962
Multiracial895
African American585
Some Other Race401
American Indian or Alaska Native60
Source: US Census Bureau

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