Central Virginia Times

Of the 36,001 citizens living in Orange County in 2021, 94.9% said they were only one race, while 5.1% 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 Orange County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 79.2% or 28,506 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 12.8% and totaled 4,604 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Orange County is 0.8% 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 Orange County.

	Estimated Total
White	28,506
African American	4,604
Multiracial	1,843
Some Other Race	526
Asian	513
American Indian or Alaska Native	9

Source: US Census Bureau