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Census Bureau: 18.7% of people in Johnston County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 10,446 citizens living in Johnston County in 2021, 81.3% said they were only one race, while 18.7% 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 Johnston County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 69.2% or 7,224 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 8.3% and totaled 870 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Johnston County is 8.7% higher than the state average, which stands at 10%.

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 Johnston County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Johnston County
White [69.2%]Multiracial [18.7%]American Indian or Alaska Native [8.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Johnston County
Estimated Total
White7,224
Multiracial1,951
American Indian or Alaska Native870
Some Other Race206
African American167
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander21
Asian7
Source: US Census Bureau

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