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Census Bureau: 6.6% of people in Hampton city identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

Of the 136,748 citizens living in Hampton city in 2021, 93.4% said they were only one race, while 6.6% 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 Hampton city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 49.4% or 67,576 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 39.4% and totaled 53,892 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hampton city is 0.7% 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 Hampton city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Hampton city
African American [49.4%]White [39.4%]Multiracial [6.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Hampton city
Estimated Total
African American67,576
White53,892
Multiracial8,974
Asian2,977
Some Other Race2,665
American Indian or Alaska Native516
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander148
Source: US Census Bureau

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