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Census Bureau: 3% of people in Lawrence County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 43,967 citizens living in Lawrence County in 2021, 97% said they were only one race, while 3% 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 Lawrence County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.1% or 41,373 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.6% and totaled 710 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lawrence County is 0.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.8%.

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 Lawrence County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lawrence County
White [94.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lawrence County
Estimated Total
White41,373
Multiracial1,333
African American710
Some Other Race293
Asian190
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander49
American Indian or Alaska Native19
Source: US Census Bureau

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