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Census Bureau: 4.9% of people in Martinsville city identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 13,476 citizens living in Martinsville city in 2021, 95.1% said they were only one race, while 4.9% 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 Martinsville city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 45.4% or 6,124 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 45.3% and totaled 6,101 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Martinsville city is 1% 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 Martinsville city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Martinsville city
White [45.4%]African American [45.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Martinsville city
Estimated Total
White6,124
African American6,101
Multiracial659
Some Other Race381
Asian121
American Indian or Alaska Native75
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander15
Source: US Census Bureau

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