South Georgia Times

Of the 18,195 citizens living in Berrien County in 2021, 95.6% said they were only one race, while 4.4% 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 Berrien County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82% or 14,913 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 9.8% and totaled 1,776 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Berrien County is 0.4% 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 Berrien County.

	Estimated Total
White	14,913
African American	1,776
Multiracial	797
Some Other Race	416
Asian	204
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	53
American Indian or Alaska Native	36

Source: US Census Bureau