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Census Bureau: 8.1% of people in Lee County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 752,251 citizens living in Lee County in 2021, 91.9% said they were only one race, while 8.1% 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 Lee County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 78% or 586,690 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.1% and totaled 61,093 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lee County is 1.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 9.4%.

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 Lee County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lee County
White [78%]African American [8.1%]Multiracial [8.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lee County
Estimated Total
White586,690
African American61,093
Multiracial61,061
Some Other Race29,538
Asian12,565
American Indian or Alaska Native895
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander409
Source: US Census Bureau