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Census Bureau: 1.2% of people in Meriwether County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 20,659 citizens living in Meriwether County in 2021, 98.8% said they were only one race, while 1.2% 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 Meriwether County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 58% or 11,972 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 39.3% and totaled 8,119 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Meriwether County is 3.6% 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 Meriwether County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Meriwether County
White [58%]African American [39.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Meriwether County
Estimated Total
White11,972
African American8,119
Multiracial248
Some Other Race191
Asian77
American Indian or Alaska Native41
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander11
Source: US Census Bureau

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