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Census Bureau: 6.2% of people in Norfolk city identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 238,556 citizens living in Norfolk city in 2021, 93.8% said they were only one race, while 6.2% 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 Norfolk city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 45.8% or 109,276 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 40.7% and totaled 97,121 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Norfolk city is 0.3% higher 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 Norfolk city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Norfolk city
White [45.8%]African American [40.7%]Multiracial [6.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Norfolk city
Estimated Total
White109,276
African American97,121
Multiracial14,797
Asian8,685
Some Other Race7,674
American Indian or Alaska Native836
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander167
Source: US Census Bureau