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Census Bureau: 4.4% of people in Pender 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 59,964 citizens living in Pender County in 2021, 95.6% said they were only one race, while 4.4% 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 Pender County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 76.6% or 45,930 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 13.5% and totaled 8,121 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Pender County is 0.4% 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 Pender County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Pender County
White [76.6%]African American [13.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Pender County
Estimated Total
White45,930
African American8,121
Some Other Race2,766
Multiracial2,621
Asian356
American Indian or Alaska Native130
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander40
Source: US Census Bureau

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