Quantcast

NC Mississippi News

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Census Bureau: 0.1% of people in Carroll County identified as multiracial in 2021

Webp laurafurgione1500x1875editado

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

Of the 10,053 citizens living in Carroll County in 2021, 99.9% said they were only one race, while 0.1% 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 Carroll County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 64.4% or 6,471 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 35.5% and totaled 3,570 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Carroll County is 2.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 2.4%.

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 Carroll County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Carroll County
White [64.4%]African American [35.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [0.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Carroll County
Estimated Total
White6,471
African American3,570
Multiracial12
Source: US Census Bureau

ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS STORY

Town of Carrollton• Town of Vaiden• Town Of North Carrollton

!RECEIVE ALERTS

The next time we write about any of these orgs, we’ll email you a link to the story. You may edit your settings or unsubscribe at any time.
Sign-up

DONATE

Help support the Metric Media Foundation's mission to restore community based news.
Donate