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Of the 17,165 citizens living in Henry County in 2021, 98% said they were only one race, while 2% 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 Henry County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 70% or 12,019 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 26.6% and totaled 4,565 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Henry County is 1.1% 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 Henry County.

	Estimated Total
White	12,019
African American	4,565
Multiracial	351
Some Other Race	111
Asian	65
American Indian or Alaska Native	34
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	20

Source: US Census Bureau