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Census Bureau: 4.8% of people in Norfolk County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 720,403 citizens living in Norfolk County in 2021, 95.2% said they were only one race, while 4.8% 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 Norfolk County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 74.4% or 536,335 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 11.7% and totaled 84,481 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Norfolk County is 1.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 6.5%.

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 Norfolk County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Norfolk County
White [74.4%]Asian [11.7%]African American [7.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Norfolk County
Estimated Total
White536,335
Asian84,481
African American51,677
Multiracial34,375
Some Other Race12,333
American Indian or Alaska Native938
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander264
Source: US Census Bureau