Central Virginia Times

Of the 46,597 citizens living in Charlottesville city 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 Charlottesville city who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 69.7% or 32,472 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 18% and totaled 8,404 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Charlottesville city 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 Charlottesville city.

	Estimated Total
White	32,472
African American	8,404
Asian	3,257
Multiracial	1,964
Some Other Race	419
American Indian or Alaska Native	76
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	5

Source: US Census Bureau