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Census Bureau: 1.4% of people in Hampton County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 19,227 citizens living in Hampton County in 2021, 98.6% said they were only one race, while 1.4% 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 Hampton County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 52.8% or 10,149 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 41.2% and totaled 7,920 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hampton County is 2.6% 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 Hampton County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Hampton County
African American [52.8%]White [41.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Hampton County
Estimated Total
African American10,149
White7,920
Some Other Race756
Multiracial272
Asian130
Source: US Census Bureau

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