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Census Bureau: 2.3% of people in Copiah County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 28,453 citizens living in Copiah County in 2021, 97.7% said they were only one race, while 2.3% 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 Copiah County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 51.3% or 14,599 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 44.1% and totaled 12,557 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Copiah County is 0.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 2.4%.

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 Copiah County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Copiah County
African American [51.3%]White [44.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Copiah County
Estimated Total
African American14,599
White12,557
Multiracial650
Some Other Race595
Asian48
American Indian or Alaska Native4
Source: US Census Bureau

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