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Census Bureau: 4.4% of people in Volusia County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 548,783 citizens living in Volusia County in 2021, 95.6% said they were only one race, while 4.4% 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 Volusia County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 76.8% or 421,652 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 10.9% and totaled 59,821 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Volusia County is 5% 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 Volusia County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Volusia County
White [76.8%]African American [10.9%]Some Other Race [5.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Volusia County
Estimated Total
White421,652
African American59,821
Some Other Race32,031
Multiracial24,074
Asian9,989
American Indian or Alaska Native1,129
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander87
Source: US Census Bureau

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