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Census Bureau: 2.5% of people in Lee 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 16,730 citizens living in Lee County in 2021, 97.5% said they were only one race, while 2.5% 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 Lee County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 63% or 10,547 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 33.7% and totaled 5,636 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lee County is 1.5% lower 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 Lee County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lee County
African American [63%]White [33.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lee County
Estimated Total
African American10,547
White5,636
Multiracial412
Some Other Race109
Asian22
American Indian or Alaska Native4
Source: US Census Bureau

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