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Census Bureau: 7.3% of people in Winchester city identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

Of the 28,194 citizens living in Winchester city in 2021, 92.7% said they were only one race, while 7.3% 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 Winchester city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 74.4% or 20,989 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 9.6% and totaled 2,709 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Winchester city is 1.4% 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 Winchester city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Winchester city
White [74.4%]African American [9.6%]Multiracial [7.3%]Some Other Race [6%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Winchester city
Estimated Total
White20,989
African American2,709
Multiracial2,070
Some Other Race1,704
Asian640
American Indian or Alaska Native73
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander9
Source: US Census Bureau

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