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Thursday, November 7, 2024

Census Bureau: 5.9% of people in Sullivan County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 78,230 citizens living in Sullivan County in 2021, 94.1% said they were only one race, while 5.9% 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 Sullivan County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 76.8% or 60,108 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.4% and totaled 6,595 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sullivan County is 0.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 6%.

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 Sullivan County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Sullivan County
White [76.8%]African American [8.4%]Some Other Race [6.5%]Multiracial [5.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Sullivan County
Estimated Total
White60,108
African American6,595
Some Other Race5,082
Multiracial4,616
Asian1,417
American Indian or Alaska Native407
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander5
Source: US Census Bureau

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