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Census Bureau: 8.7% of people in Long County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 16,398 citizens living in Long County in 2021, 91.3% said they were only one race, while 8.7% 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 Long County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 59.7% or 9,787 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 23.2% and totaled 3,799 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Long County is 3.9% higher 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 Long County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Long County
White [59.7%]African American [23.2%]Multiracial [8.7%]Some Other Race [6.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Long County
Estimated Total
White9,787
African American3,799
Multiracial1,426
Some Other Race1,088
Asian153
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander111
American Indian or Alaska Native34
Source: US Census Bureau

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