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Census Bureau: 3.6% of people in Tattnall 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 23,211 citizens living in Tattnall County in 2021, 96.4% said they were only one race, while 3.6% 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 Tattnall County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 56.9% or 13,206 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 28.2% and totaled 6,535 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Tattnall County is 1.2% 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 Tattnall County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Tattnall County
White [56.9%]African American [28.2%]Some Other Race [10.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Tattnall County
Estimated Total
White13,206
African American6,535
Some Other Race2,496
Multiracial824
Asian92
American Indian or Alaska Native53
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander5
Source: US Census Bureau

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