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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Census Bureau: 2.9% of people in Roanoke 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 96,303 citizens living in Roanoke County in 2021, 97.1% said they were only one race, while 2.9% 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 Roanoke County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86.8% or 83,630 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.8% and totaled 5,592 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Roanoke County is 3% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.9%.

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 Roanoke County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Roanoke County
White [86.8%]African American [5.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Roanoke County
Estimated Total
White83,630
African American5,592
Asian3,463
Multiracial2,758
Some Other Race672
American Indian or Alaska Native153
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander35
Source: US Census Bureau

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