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Census Bureau: 2.7% of people in Oglethorpe County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 14,779 citizens living in Oglethorpe County in 2021, 97.3% said they were only one race, while 2.7% 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 Oglethorpe County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 79% or 11,671 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 17.3% and totaled 2,564 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Oglethorpe County is 2.1% lower 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 Oglethorpe County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Oglethorpe County
White [79%]African American [17.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Oglethorpe County
Estimated Total
White11,671
African American2,564
Multiracial394
Some Other Race89
Asian61
Source: US Census Bureau

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