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Of the 26,604 citizens living in Geneva County in 2021, 97.6% said they were only one race, while 2.4% 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 Geneva County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.2% or 22,410 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 9.6% and totaled 2,558 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Geneva County is 0.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Geneva County.

	Estimated Total
White	22,410
African American	2,558
Some Other Race	682
Multiracial	631
Asian	160
American Indian or Alaska Native	155
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	8

Source: US Census Bureau