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
The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Jefferson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 55.8% or 38,050 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 39% and totaled 26,623 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Jefferson County is 2.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.3%.
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 Jefferson County.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| African American | 38,050 |
| White | 26,623 |
| Multiracial | 1,788 |
| Some Other Race | 793 |
| Asian | 577 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 217 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 151 |
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