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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Census Bureau: 6.1% of people in Williamsburg city 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 15,299 citizens living in Williamsburg city in 2021, 93.9% said they were only one race, while 6.1% 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 Williamsburg city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 70.3% or 10,758 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 15.7% and totaled 2,404 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Williamsburg city is 0.2% higher 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 Williamsburg city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Williamsburg city
White [70.3%]African American [15.7%]Asian [6.6%]Multiracial [6.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Williamsburg city
Estimated Total
White10,758
African American2,404
Asian1,011
Multiracial933
Some Other Race150
American Indian or Alaska Native43
Source: US Census Bureau

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