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Census Bureau: 3.8% of people in Scotland 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 34,345 citizens living in Scotland County in 2021, 96.2% said they were only one race, while 3.8% 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 Scotland County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 42.2% or 14,506 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 38.6% and totaled 13,260 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Scotland County is 1% 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 Scotland County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Scotland County
White [42.2%]African American [38.6%]American Indian or Alaska Native [12.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Scotland County
Estimated Total
White14,506
African American13,260
American Indian or Alaska Native4,304
Multiracial1,300
Some Other Race610
Asian354
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander11
Source: US Census Bureau

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