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Census Bureau: 2.7% of people in Anson 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 22,388 citizens living in Anson County in 2021, 97.3% said they were only one race, while 2.7% 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 Anson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 48.9% or 10,947 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 46.4% and totaled 10,387 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Anson County is 2.1% 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 Anson County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Anson County
African American [48.9%]White [46.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Anson County
Estimated Total
African American10,947
White10,387
Multiracial611
Asian205
Some Other Race142
American Indian or Alaska Native81
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander15
Source: US Census Bureau