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Census Bureau: 4.6% of people in Richmond city identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 225,676 citizens living in Richmond city in 2021, 95.4% said they were only one race, while 4.6% 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 Richmond city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 45.2% or 102,099 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 44.8% and totaled 101,179 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Richmond city is 1.3% lower 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 Richmond city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Richmond city
African American [45.2%]White [44.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [10%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Richmond city
Estimated Total
African American102,099
White101,179
Multiracial10,480
Some Other Race6,688
Asian4,785
American Indian or Alaska Native425
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander20
Source: US Census Bureau

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