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Census Bureau: 2.5% of people in Knox 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 30,367 citizens living in Knox County in 2021, 97.5% said they were only one race, while 2.5% 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 Knox County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95.9% or 29,118 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.9% and totaled 288 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Knox County is 1% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

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 Knox County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Knox County
Estimated Total
White29,118
Multiracial767
African American288
American Indian or Alaska Native131
Some Other Race32
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander31
Source: US Census Bureau

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