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Census Bureau: 2.6% of people in Stephens County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 26,641 citizens living in Stephens County in 2021, 97.4% said they were only one race, while 2.6% 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 Stephens County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82.7% or 22,035 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 10.8% and totaled 2,866 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Stephens County is 2.2% 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 Stephens County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Stephens County
White [82.7%]African American [10.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Stephens County
Estimated Total
White22,035
African American2,866
Some Other Race727
Multiracial693
Asian294
American Indian or Alaska Native23
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander3
Source: US Census Bureau

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