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Census Bureau: 5% of people in Paulding County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 165,688 citizens living in Paulding County in 2021, 95% said they were only one race, while 5% 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 Paulding County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 71.8% or 118,940 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 20.3% and totaled 33,699 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Paulding County is 0.2% higher 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 Paulding County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Paulding County
White [71.8%]African American [20.3%]Multiracial [5%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Paulding County
Estimated Total
White118,940
African American33,699
Multiracial8,326
Some Other Race2,415
Asian1,927
American Indian or Alaska Native381
Source: US Census Bureau

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