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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Census Bureau: 5.7% of people in Franklin city identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 8,249 citizens living in Franklin city in 2021, 94.3% said they were only one race, while 5.7% 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 Franklin city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 53.3% or 4,397 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 37.9% and totaled 3,125 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Franklin city is 0.2% 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 Franklin city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Franklin city
African American [53.3%]White [37.9%]Multiracial [5.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Franklin city
Estimated Total
African American4,397
White3,125
Multiracial474
Asian227
Some Other Race26
Source: US Census Bureau

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