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Census Bureau: 3.8% of people in Rockingham County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

Of the 83,090 citizens living in Rockingham County in 2021, 96.2% said they were only one race, while 3.8% 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 Rockingham County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.5% or 75,993 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.6% and totaled 2,187 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Rockingham County is 2.1% 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 Rockingham County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Rockingham County
White [91.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [8.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Rockingham County
Estimated Total
White75,993
Multiracial3,191
African American2,187
Some Other Race886
Asian724
American Indian or Alaska Native55
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander54
Source: US Census Bureau