South Alabama Times

Of the 37,490 citizens living in Covington County in 2021, 97.9% said they were only one race, while 2.1% 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 Covington County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.1% or 31,511 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 12.3% and totaled 4,621 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Covington County is 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 Covington County.

	Estimated Total
White	31,511
African American	4,621
Multiracial	784
Asian	230
Some Other Race	186
American Indian or Alaska Native	126
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	32

Source: US Census Bureau