Carbondale Reporter

Of the 67,271 citizens living in Williamson County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 Williamson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 90.1% or 60,606 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4% and totaled 2,717 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Williamson County is 2.5% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.8%.

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 Williamson County.

	Estimated Total
White	60,606
African American	2,717
Multiracial	2,234
Asian	887
Some Other Race	676
American Indian or Alaska Native	151

Source: US Census Bureau