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Census Bureau: 3.9% of people in Sampson 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 59,468 citizens living in Sampson County in 2021, 96.1% said they were only one race, while 3.9% 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 Sampson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 58.4% or 34,719 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 25.3% and totaled 15,025 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sampson County is 0.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.8%.

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 Sampson County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Sampson County
White [58.4%]African American [25.3%]Some Other Race [9.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Sampson County
Estimated Total
White34,719
African American15,025
Some Other Race5,906
Multiracial2,315
American Indian or Alaska Native1,134
Asian369
Source: US Census Bureau