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Census Bureau: 7.7% of people in Hoke 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 52,169 citizens living in Hoke County in 2021, 92.3% said they were only one race, while 7.7% 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 Hoke County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 43.4% or 22,633 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 33.2% and totaled 17,343 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hoke County is 2.9% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.8%.

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 Hoke County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Hoke County
White [43.4%]African American [33.2%]Multiracial [7.7%]American Indian or Alaska Native [7.3%]Some Other Race [6.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Hoke County
Estimated Total
White22,633
African American17,343
Multiracial4,012
American Indian or Alaska Native3,802
Some Other Race3,516
Asian801
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander62
Source: US Census Bureau

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