NC South Carolina Times

Of the 94,653 citizens living in Lancaster County in 2021, 96.3% said they were only one race, while 3.7% 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 Lancaster County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73% or 69,067 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 20.1% and totaled 19,028 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lancaster County is 0.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 4%.

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 Lancaster County.

	Estimated Total
White	69,067
African American	19,028
Multiracial	3,543
Asian	1,540
Some Other Race	1,259
American Indian or Alaska Native	109
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	107

Source: US Census Bureau