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Census Bureau: 3% of people in Spalding County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 66,722 citizens living in Spalding County in 2021, 97% said they were only one race, while 3% 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 Spalding County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 60.3% or 40,201 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 34.2% and totaled 22,815 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Spalding County is 1.8% 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 Spalding County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Spalding County
White [60.3%]African American [34.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Spalding County
Estimated Total
White40,201
African American22,815
Multiracial1,996
Some Other Race693
Asian617
American Indian or Alaska Native400
Source: US Census Bureau

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