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Census Bureau: 2% of people in Brooks County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 16,254 citizens living in Brooks County in 2021, 98% said they were only one race, while 2% 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 Brooks County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 57.8% or 9,388 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 35.9% and totaled 5,831 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Brooks County is 2.8% 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 Brooks County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Brooks County
White [57.8%]African American [35.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Brooks County
Estimated Total
White9,388
African American5,831
Some Other Race547
Multiracial333
Asian115
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander40
Source: US Census Bureau

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