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Census Bureau: 4.8% of people in Swain County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 14,166 citizens living in Swain County in 2021, 95.2% said they were only one race, while 4.8% 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 Swain County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 63.2% or 8,949 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 30.3% and totaled 4,286 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Swain County is the same as 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 Swain County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Swain County
White [63.2%]American Indian or Alaska Native [30.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Swain County
Estimated Total
White8,949
American Indian or Alaska Native4,286
Multiracial680
African American113
Asian82
Some Other Race48
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander8
Source: US Census Bureau

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