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

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USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

Of the 35,996 citizens living in Greenup 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 Greenup County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 96% or 34,574 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.9% and totaled 312 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Greenup County is 1.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

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 Greenup County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Greenup County
Estimated Total
White34,574
Multiracial845
African American312
Asian198
American Indian or Alaska Native50
Some Other Race17
Source: US Census Bureau

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