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Census Bureau: 6.2% of people in Camden County 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 54,256 citizens living in Camden County in 2021, 93.8% said they were only one race, while 6.2% 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 Camden County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 71.2% or 38,624 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 18.4% and totaled 9,972 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Camden County is 1.4% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.8%.

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 Camden County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Camden County
White [71.2%]African American [18.4%]Multiracial [6.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Camden County
Estimated Total
White38,624
African American9,972
Multiracial3,345
Asian1,152
Some Other Race747
American Indian or Alaska Native356
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander60
Source: US Census Bureau