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Census Bureau: 4.1% of people in Evans 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 10,761 citizens living in Evans County in 2021, 95.9% said they were only one race, while 4.1% 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 Evans County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 56.5% or 6,081 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 28.4% and totaled 3,061 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Evans County is 0.7% 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 Evans County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Evans County
White [56.5%]African American [28.4%]Some Other Race [9.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Evans County
Estimated Total
White6,081
African American3,061
Some Other Race1,067
Multiracial438
Asian95
American Indian or Alaska Native19
Source: US Census Bureau

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