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Census Bureau: 4.6% of people in Telfair County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 12,860 citizens living in Telfair County in 2021, 95.4% said they were only one race, while 4.6% 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 Telfair County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 52.1% or 6,701 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 35.3% and totaled 4,540 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Telfair County is 0.2% 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 Telfair County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Telfair County
White [52.1%]African American [35.3%]Some Other Race [7.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Telfair County
Estimated Total
White6,701
African American4,540
Some Other Race982
Multiracial587
American Indian or Alaska Native29
Asian21
Source: US Census Bureau

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