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Census Bureau: 3.6% of people in Mathews County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 8,548 citizens living in Mathews County in 2021, 96.4% said they were only one race, while 3.6% 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 Mathews County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 87% or 7,440 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 9.3% and totaled 799 individuals.

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

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Mathews County
White [87%]African American [9.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Mathews County
Estimated Total
White7,440
African American799
Multiracial309
Source: US Census Bureau