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Of the 414,719 citizens living in Richland County in 2021, 96% said they were only one race, while 4% 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 Richland County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 47.3% or 196,268 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 43.1% and totaled 178,628 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Richland County is the same as 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 Richland County.

	Estimated Total
African American	196,268
White	178,628
Multiracial	16,586
Asian	12,211
Some Other Race	9,907
American Indian or Alaska Native	627
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	492

Source: US Census Bureau