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Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in Baldwin County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 227,131 citizens living in Baldwin County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 Baldwin County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.5% or 192,034 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.8% and totaled 19,895 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Baldwin County is 0.2% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Baldwin County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Baldwin County
White [84.5%]African American [8.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Baldwin County
Estimated Total
White192,034
African American19,895
Multiracial7,596
Some Other Race4,163
Asian2,175
American Indian or Alaska Native1,259
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander9
Source: US Census Bureau

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