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Census Bureau: 2.4% of people in Nelson 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 46,440 citizens living in Nelson County in 2021, 97.6% said they were only one race, while 2.4% 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 Nelson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.6% or 42,535 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.1% and totaled 2,381 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Nelson County is 1.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

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 Nelson County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Nelson County
White [91.6%]African American [5.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Nelson County
Estimated Total
White42,535
African American2,381
Multiracial1,096
Asian215
Some Other Race171
American Indian or Alaska Native42
Source: US Census Bureau

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