East Central Reporter

Of the 21,160 citizens living in Shelby County in 2021, 98.6% said they were only one race, while 1.4% 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 Shelby County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 97.6% or 20,648 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 0.3% and totaled 74 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Shelby County is 4.4% 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 Shelby County.

	Estimated Total
White	20,648
Multiracial	293
Asian	74
African American	73
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	27
Some Other Race	27
American Indian or Alaska Native	18

Source: US Census Bureau