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Census Bureau: 5.5% of people in Pinellas County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 957,989 citizens living in Pinellas County in 2021, 94.5% said they were only one race, while 5.5% 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 Pinellas County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 78.5% or 751,619 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 10.3% and totaled 98,447 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Pinellas County is 3.9% 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 Pinellas County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Pinellas County
White [78.5%]African American [10.3%]Multiracial [5.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Pinellas County
Estimated Total
White751,619
African American98,447
Multiracial53,074
Asian33,477
Some Other Race18,436
American Indian or Alaska Native2,091
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander845
Source: US Census Bureau

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