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Census Bureau: 5.6% of people in Forsyth County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 380,583 citizens living in Forsyth County in 2021, 94.4% said they were only one race, while 5.6% 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 Forsyth County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 62.4% or 237,646 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 25.9% and totaled 98,510 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Forsyth County is 0.8% higher 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 Forsyth County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Forsyth County
White [62.4%]African American [25.9%]Multiracial [5.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Forsyth County
Estimated Total
White237,646
African American98,510
Multiracial21,171
Some Other Race12,159
Asian9,217
American Indian or Alaska Native1,634
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander246
Source: US Census Bureau

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