Central Virginia Times

Of the 111,438 citizens living in Albemarle County in 2021, 95.8% said they were only one race, while 4.2% 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 Albemarle County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 79.9% or 89,074 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.8% and totaled 9,751 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Albemarle County is 1.7% lower 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 Albemarle County.

	Estimated Total
White	89,074
African American	9,751
Asian	6,204
Multiracial	4,733
Some Other Race	1,244
American Indian or Alaska Native	371
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	61

Source: US Census Bureau