Auburn Times

Of the 19,490 citizens living in Macon County in 2021, 98.1% said they were only one race, while 1.9% 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 Macon County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 81% or 15,793 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 16.6% and totaled 3,244 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Macon County is 1.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Macon County.

	Estimated Total
African American	15,793
White	3,244
Multiracial	377
Some Other Race	40
Asian	32
American Indian or Alaska Native	4

Source: US Census Bureau