Central Virginia Times

Of the 52,021 citizens living in Culpeper County in 2021, 93.6% said they were only one race, while 6.4% 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 Culpeper County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 72.2% or 37,553 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 13.5% and totaled 7,029 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Culpeper County is 0.5% 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 Culpeper County.

	Estimated Total
White	37,553
African American	7,029
Some Other Race	3,378
Multiracial	3,334
Asian	500
American Indian or Alaska Native	162
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	65

Source: US Census Bureau