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Census Bureau: 3.1% of people in Colleton 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 38,520 citizens living in Colleton County in 2021, 96.9% said they were only one race, while 3.1% 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 Colleton County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 56.7% or 21,857 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 35.9% and totaled 13,837 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Colleton County is 0.9% 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 Colleton County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Colleton County
White [56.7%]African American [35.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Colleton County
Estimated Total
White21,857
African American13,837
Multiracial1,181
Some Other Race1,104
American Indian or Alaska Native345
Asian196
Source: US Census Bureau

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