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Census Bureau: 2.4% of people in Roane County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 53,313 citizens living in Roane County in 2021, 97.6% said they were only one race, while 2.4% 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 Roane County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93% or 49,557 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 3% and totaled 1,586 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Roane County is 1.4% lower 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 Roane County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Roane County
White [93%]Ethnicities < 5% [7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Roane County
Estimated Total
White49,557
African American1,586
Multiracial1,280
Asian400
American Indian or Alaska Native286
Some Other Race185
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander19
Source: US Census Bureau