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Census Bureau: 5.3% of people in King and Queen County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 6,690 citizens living in King and Queen County in 2021, 94.7% said they were only one race, while 5.3% 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 King and Queen County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 66.9% or 4,474 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 24.4% and totaled 1,631 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in King and Queen County is 0.6% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.9%.

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 King and Queen County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in King and Queen County
White [66.9%]African American [24.4%]Multiracial [5.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in King and Queen County
Estimated Total
White4,474
African American1,631
Multiracial352
Some Other Race211
American Indian or Alaska Native22
Source: US Census Bureau