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Of the 24,975 citizens living in Cherokee County in 2021, 97.5% said they were only one race, while 2.5% 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 Cherokee County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.5% or 22,846 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4.7% and totaled 1,167 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cherokee County is 0.6% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Cherokee County.

	Estimated Total
White	22,846
African American	1,167
Multiracial	614
Some Other Race	244
American Indian or Alaska Native	67
Asian	37

Source: US Census Bureau