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Census Bureau: 4.8% of people in Southampton 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 18,028 citizens living in Southampton County in 2021, 95.2% said they were only one race, while 4.8% 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 Southampton County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 62.5% or 11,264 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 31.8% and totaled 5,737 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Southampton County is 1.1% 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 Southampton County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Southampton County
White [62.5%]African American [31.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Southampton County
Estimated Total
White11,264
African American5,737
Multiracial871
Some Other Race75
Asian44
American Indian or Alaska Native37
Source: US Census Bureau