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Of the 25,687 citizens living in Lawrence County in 2021, 96.6% said they were only one race, while 3.4% 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 Lawrence County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92% or 23,625 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 2.1% and totaled 539 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lawrence County is 1% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.4%.

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 Lawrence County.

	Estimated Total
White	23,625
Multiracial	866
American Indian or Alaska Native	539
African American	254
Some Other Race	207
Asian	181
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	15

Source: US Census Bureau