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Census Bureau: 0.9% of people in Washington County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

Of the 45,616 citizens living in Washington County in 2021, 99.1% said they were only one race, while 0.9% 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 Washington County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 72.1% or 32,893 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 24.9% and totaled 11,353 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Washington County is 1.5% lower than the state average, which stands at 2.4%.

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 Washington County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Washington County
African American [72.1%]White [24.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Washington County
Estimated Total
African American32,893
White11,353
Some Other Race580
Multiracial400
Asian370
American Indian or Alaska Native20
Source: US Census Bureau

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