Athens Reporter

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.

	Estimated Total
White	11,671
African American	2,564
Multiracial	394
Some Other Race	89
Asian	61

Source: US Census Bureau