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Of the 25,358 citizens living in Staunton city in 2021, 96.3% said they were only one race, while 3.7% 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 Staunton city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82.4% or 20,885 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.2% and totaled 2,845 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Staunton city is 2.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.9%.

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 Staunton city.

	Estimated Total
White	20,885
African American	2,845
Multiracial	944
Asian	340
Some Other Race	165
American Indian or Alaska Native	110
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	69

Source: US Census Bureau