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

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USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

Of the 43,514 citizens living in Suwannee 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 Suwannee County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 79.2% or 34,479 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.7% and totaled 5,099 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Suwannee County is 3.5% lower than the state average, which stands at 9.4%.

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 Suwannee County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Suwannee County
White [79.2%]African American [11.7%]Multiracial [5.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Suwannee County
Estimated Total
White34,479
African American5,099
Multiracial2,551
Some Other Race1,208
Asian160
American Indian or Alaska Native17
Source: US Census Bureau

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