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Census Bureau: 5.7% of people in Fauquier County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 72,416 citizens living in Fauquier County in 2021, 94.3% said they were only one race, while 5.7% 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 Fauquier County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.3% or 61,017 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 6.9% and totaled 5,012 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Fauquier County is 0.2% 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 Fauquier County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Fauquier County
White [84.3%]African American [6.9%]Multiracial [5.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Fauquier County
Estimated Total
White61,017
African American5,012
Multiracial4,148
Asian1,165
Some Other Race789
American Indian or Alaska Native252
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander33
Source: US Census Bureau

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