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Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in Madison County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 68,466 citizens living in Madison County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 Madison County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.9% or 63,588 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.5% and totaled 1,029 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Madison County is 2.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 6%.

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 Madison County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Madison County
White [92.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Madison County
Estimated Total
White63,588
Multiracial2,289
African American1,029
Asian721
Some Other Race542
American Indian or Alaska Native297
Source: US Census Bureau