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Census Bureau: 2.8% of people in Gilmer County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 7,516 citizens living in Gilmer County in 2021, 97.2% said they were only one race, while 2.8% 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 Gilmer County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82.1% or 6,168 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.7% and totaled 878 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Gilmer County is 0.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Gilmer County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Gilmer County
White [82.1%]African American [11.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Gilmer County
Estimated Total
White6,168
African American878
Multiracial211
Some Other Race152
Asian82
American Indian or Alaska Native25
Source: US Census Bureau

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