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Census Bureau: 3.4% of people in Toombs County 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 26,956 citizens living in Toombs County in 2021, 96.6% said they were only one race, while 3.4% 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 Toombs County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 65.3% or 17,599 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 25.8% and totaled 6,953 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Toombs County is 1.4% 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 Toombs County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Toombs County
White [65.3%]African American [25.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [8.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Toombs County
Estimated Total
White17,599
African American6,953
Some Other Race1,221
Multiracial927
Asian229
American Indian or Alaska Native27
Source: US Census Bureau

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