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

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 708,490 citizens living in Davidson 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 Davidson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 61.1% or 432,984 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 26.7% and totaled 188,857 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Davidson County is 1.1% higher 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 Davidson County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Davidson County
White [61.1%]African American [26.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [12.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Davidson County
Estimated Total
White432,984
African American188,857
Multiracial34,718
Some Other Race25,450
Asian24,969
American Indian or Alaska Native1,202
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander310
Source: US Census Bureau

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