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Census Bureau: 2.6% of people in Claiborne County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 31,958 citizens living in Claiborne County in 2021, 97.4% said they were only one race, while 2.6% 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 Claiborne County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95.5% or 30,524 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 0.8% and totaled 268 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Claiborne County is 1.2% lower 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 Claiborne County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Claiborne County
Estimated Total
White30,524
Multiracial841
Asian268
African American264
American Indian or Alaska Native47
Some Other Race14
Source: US Census Bureau

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