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Census Bureau: 1.1% of people in Bamberg 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 13,525 citizens living in Bamberg County in 2021, 98.9% said they were only one race, while 1.1% 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 Bamberg County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 60.2% or 8,144 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 37.2% and totaled 5,033 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Bamberg County is 2.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 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 Bamberg County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Bamberg County
African American [60.2%]White [37.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Bamberg County
Estimated Total
African American8,144
White5,033
Multiracial154
Some Other Race129
Asian34
American Indian or Alaska Native31
Source: US Census Bureau

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