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Census Bureau: 3.6% of people in Franklin 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 49,752 citizens living in Franklin County in 2021, 96.4% said they were only one race, while 3.6% 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 Franklin County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.9% or 46,738 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 0.8% and totaled 411 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Franklin County is 0.2% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.4%.

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 Franklin County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Franklin County
White [93.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Franklin County
Estimated Total
White46,738
Multiracial1,809
Asian411
American Indian or Alaska Native377
African American212
Some Other Race205
Source: US Census Bureau

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