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Census Bureau: 8.1% of people in Alexandria city 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 158,185 citizens living in Alexandria city 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 Alexandria city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 58.8% or 92,945 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 21.6% and totaled 34,158 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Alexandria city is 2.2% higher 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 Alexandria city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Alexandria city
White [58.8%]African American [21.6%]Multiracial [8.1%]Asian [6.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Alexandria city
Estimated Total
White92,945
African American34,158
Multiracial12,874
Asian10,164
Some Other Race7,651
American Indian or Alaska Native351
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander42
Source: US Census Bureau

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