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Thursday, December 26, 2024

Census Bureau: 5.4% of people in Berkeley County 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 224,806 citizens living in Berkeley County in 2021, 94.6% said they were only one race, while 5.4% 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 Berkeley County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 65.1% or 146,304 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 23.5% and totaled 52,867 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Berkeley County is 1.4% higher than the state average, which stands at 4%.

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 Berkeley County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Berkeley County
White [65.1%]African American [23.5%]Multiracial [5.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Berkeley County
Estimated Total
White146,304
African American52,867
Multiracial12,067
Some Other Race7,263
Asian5,241
American Indian or Alaska Native863
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander201
Source: US Census Bureau

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