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Census Bureau: 4.2% of people in Northampton 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 17,917 citizens living in Northampton County in 2021, 95.8% said they were only one race, while 4.2% 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 Northampton County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 54.9% or 9,842 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 39.2% and totaled 7,028 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Northampton County is 0.6% 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 Northampton County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Northampton County
African American [54.9%]White [39.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Northampton County
Estimated Total
African American9,842
White7,028
Multiracial761
Some Other Race187
American Indian or Alaska Native77
Asian22
Source: US Census Bureau