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Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in Etowah County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 103,468 citizens living in Etowah County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 Etowah County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 78.3% or 81,042 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 15.6% and totaled 16,094 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Etowah County is 0.2% higher 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 Etowah County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Etowah County
White [78.3%]African American [15.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Etowah County
Estimated Total
White81,042
African American16,094
Multiracial3,414
Some Other Race1,868
Asian692
American Indian or Alaska Native356
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander2
Source: US Census Bureau

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