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Census Bureau: 1.2% of people in Patrick County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 17,661 citizens living in Patrick County in 2021, 98.8% said they were only one race, while 1.2% 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 Patrick County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.5% or 16,151 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.7% and totaled 1,007 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Patrick County is 4.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.9%.

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 Patrick County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Patrick County
White [91.5%]African American [5.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Patrick County
Estimated Total
White16,151
African American1,007
Multiracial216
Some Other Race167
Asian76
American Indian or Alaska Native44
Source: US Census Bureau

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