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Census Bureau: 5.2% of people in Danville city 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 42,556 citizens living in Danville city in 2021, 94.8% said they were only one race, while 5.2% 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 Danville city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 49.3% or 20,981 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 43.4% and totaled 18,450 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Danville city is 0.7% 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 Danville city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Danville city
African American [49.3%]White [43.4%]Multiracial [5.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Danville city
Estimated Total
African American20,981
White18,450
Multiracial2,193
Asian597
Some Other Race269
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander47
American Indian or Alaska Native19
Source: US Census Bureau

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