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Census Bureau: 8.3% of people in Seminole County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 467,382 citizens living in Seminole County in 2021, 91.7% said they were only one race, while 8.3% 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 Seminole County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 69.4% or 324,313 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.9% and totaled 55,686 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Seminole County is 1.1% 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 Seminole County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Seminole County
White [69.4%]African American [11.9%]Multiracial [8.3%]Some Other Race [5.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Seminole County
Estimated Total
White324,313
African American55,686
Multiracial38,940
Some Other Race24,764
Asian22,437
American Indian or Alaska Native1,066
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander176
Source: US Census Bureau

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