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Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in Martin 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 22,213 citizens living in Martin County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 Martin County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 53.3% or 11,834 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 42.3% and totaled 9,399 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Martin County is 1.5% 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 Martin County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Martin County
White [53.3%]African American [42.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Martin County
Estimated Total
White11,834
African American9,399
Multiracial735
Asian143
Some Other Race54
American Indian or Alaska Native39
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander9
Source: US Census Bureau