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Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Census Bureau: 5.9% of people in Monroe County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 168,128 citizens living in Monroe County in 2021, 94.1% said they were only one race, while 5.9% 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 Monroe County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73% or 122,725 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 14.2% and totaled 23,871 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Monroe County is 1.6% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.3%.

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 Monroe County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Monroe County
White [73%]African American [14.2%]Multiracial [5.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Monroe County
Estimated Total
White122,725
African American23,871
Multiracial9,961
Some Other Race6,754
Asian4,289
American Indian or Alaska Native471
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander57
Source: US Census Bureau