South Georgia Times

Of the 45,669 citizens living in Thomas County in 2021, 97.5% said they were only one race, while 2.5% 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 Thomas County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 59.2% or 27,020 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 36.2% and totaled 16,544 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Thomas County is 2.3% 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 Thomas County.

	Estimated Total
White	27,020
African American	16,544
Multiracial	1,162
Some Other Race	471
Asian	314
American Indian or Alaska Native	148
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	10

Source: US Census Bureau