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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Census Bureau: 4.9% of people in Hancock County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 45,911 citizens living in Hancock County in 2021, 95.1% said they were only one race, while 4.9% 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 Hancock County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 85.8% or 39,389 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 7% and totaled 3,231 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hancock County is 2.5% higher than the state average, which stands at 2.4%.

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 Hancock County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Hancock County
White [85.8%]African American [7%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Hancock County
Estimated Total
White39,389
African American3,231
Multiracial2,233
Some Other Race518
American Indian or Alaska Native368
Asian172
Source: US Census Bureau

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