South Alabama Times

Of the 20,115 citizens living in Monroe County in 2021, 98.4% said they were only one race, while 1.6% 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 Monroe County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 54.1% or 10,882 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 42.2% and totaled 8,482 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Monroe County is 1.5% 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 Monroe County.

	Estimated Total
White	10,882
African American	8,482
Multiracial	317
American Indian or Alaska Native	308
Asian	83
Some Other Race	34
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	9

Source: US Census Bureau