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Census Bureau: 8.3% of people in Manassas Park city identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 17,081 citizens living in Manassas Park city in 2021, 91.7% said they were only one race, while 8.3% 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 Manassas Park city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 51.9% or 8,865 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 16.3% and totaled 2,791 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Manassas Park city is 2.4% higher than the state average, which stands at 5.9%.

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 Manassas Park city.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Manassas Park city
White [51.9%]African American [16.3%]Asian [11%]Some Other Race [10%]Multiracial [8.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Manassas Park city
Estimated Total
White8,865
African American2,791
Asian1,878
Some Other Race1,704
Multiracial1,422
American Indian or Alaska Native421
Source: US Census Bureau

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