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Census Bureau: 4.6% of people in Anderson 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 76,683 citizens living in Anderson County in 2021, 95.4% said they were only one race, while 4.6% 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 Anderson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 89.1% or 68,348 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 3.1% and totaled 2,395 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Anderson County is 0.8% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.8%.

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 Anderson County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Anderson County
White [89.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [10.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Anderson County
Estimated Total
White68,348
Multiracial3,515
African American2,395
Asian1,069
Some Other Race1,029
American Indian or Alaska Native270
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander57
Source: US Census Bureau

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