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Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Census Bureau: 3.9% of people in Blount County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

Of the 134,042 citizens living in Blount County in 2021, 96.1% said they were only one race, while 3.9% 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 Blount County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.3% or 123,656 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.4% and totaled 3,215 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Blount County is 0.1% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.8%.

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 Blount County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Blount County
White [92.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Blount County
Estimated Total
White123,656
Multiracial5,288
African American3,215
Asian1,032
Some Other Race604
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander163
American Indian or Alaska Native84
Source: US Census Bureau

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