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Census Bureau: 5.3% of people in Suffolk city 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 93,268 citizens living in Suffolk city in 2021, 94.7% said they were only one race, while 5.3% 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 Suffolk city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 49.8% or 46,480 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 41.2% and totaled 38,432 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Suffolk city is 0.6% 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 Suffolk city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Suffolk city
White [49.8%]African American [41.2%]Multiracial [5.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Suffolk city
Estimated Total
White46,480
African American38,432
Multiracial4,899
Asian1,753
Some Other Race1,360
American Indian or Alaska Native344
Source: US Census Bureau