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Census Bureau: 3.1% of people in Poquoson city identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 12,382 citizens living in Poquoson city in 2021, 96.9% said they were only one race, while 3.1% 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 Poquoson city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.1% or 11,533 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 1.8% and totaled 229 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Poquoson city is 2.8% 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 Poquoson city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Poquoson city
White [93.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Poquoson city
Estimated Total
White11,533
Multiracial388
Asian229
African American181
Some Other Race51
Source: US Census Bureau

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