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Of the 368,575 citizens living in Brazoria County in 2021, 91.1% said they were only one race, while 8.9% 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 Brazoria County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 63.6% or 234,325 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 14.9% and totaled 55,091 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Brazoria County is 2% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.9%.

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 Brazoria County.

	Estimated Total
White	234,325
African American	55,091
Multiracial	32,890
Asian	25,058
Some Other Race	19,006
American Indian or Alaska Native	2,121
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	84

Source: US Census Bureau