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Census Bureau: 3.2% of people in Gulf County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 15,205 citizens living in Gulf County in 2021, 96.8% said they were only one race, while 3.2% 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 Gulf County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 80.4% or 12,229 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 14.7% and totaled 2,239 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Gulf County is 6.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 9.4%.

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 Gulf County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Gulf County
White [80.4%]African American [14.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Gulf County
Estimated Total
White12,229
African American2,239
Multiracial489
Some Other Race118
Asian72
American Indian or Alaska Native58
Source: US Census Bureau

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