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Census Bureau: 5.3% of people in Bristol city identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 16,996 citizens living in Bristol city in 2021, 94.7% said they were only one race, while 5.3% 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 Bristol city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 88.4% or 15,016 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 6% and totaled 1,016 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Bristol city is 0.6% 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 Bristol city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Bristol city
White [88.4%]African American [6%]Multiracial [5.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [0.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Bristol city
Estimated Total
White15,016
African American1,016
Multiracial898
Asian44
Some Other Race21
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander1
Source: US Census Bureau

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