River Region Times

Of the 229,072 citizens living in Montgomery County in 2021, 97.1% said they were only one race, while 2.9% 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 Montgomery County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 58.5% or 134,009 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 33.9% and totaled 77,725 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Montgomery County is 0.2% 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 Montgomery County.

	Estimated Total
African American	134,009
White	77,725
Asian	7,408
Multiracial	6,756
Some Other Race	2,812
American Indian or Alaska Native	346
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	16

Source: US Census Bureau