Census Bureau: 5% of people in Madison County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

By Athens Reporter

Dec 1, 2023

Of the 29,906 citizens living in Madison County in 2021, 95% said they were only one race, while 5% 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 Madison County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82.3% or 24,613 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.7% and totaled 2,589 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Madison County is 0.2% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.8%.

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 Madison County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Madison County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Madison County

	Estimated Total
White	24,613
African American	2,589
Multiracial	1,501
Some Other Race	772
Asian	399
American Indian or Alaska Native	32

Source: US Census Bureau

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