USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau
USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau
The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Fairfield County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 57.3% or 12,129 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 39.3% and totaled 8,320 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Fairfield County is 1.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 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 Fairfield County.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| African American | 12,129 |
| White | 8,320 |
| Multiracial | 602 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 84 |
| Asian | 50 |
| Some Other Race | 1 |
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