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Census Bureau: 4.9% of people in Rockdale County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 92,983 citizens living in Rockdale County in 2021, 95.1% said they were only one race, while 4.9% 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 Rockdale County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 56.3% or 52,362 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 33.5% and totaled 31,177 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Rockdale County is 0.1% 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 Rockdale County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Rockdale County
African American [56.3%]White [33.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [10.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Rockdale County
Estimated Total
African American52,362
White31,177
Multiracial4,567
Some Other Race2,596
Asian1,763
American Indian or Alaska Native359
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander159
Source: US Census Bureau

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