Pine Belt Times

Of the 11,611 citizens living in Perry County in 2021, 95.5% said they were only one race, while 4.5% 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 Perry County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 80% or 9,288 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 13.8% and totaled 1,603 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Perry County is 2.1% higher than the state average, which stands at 2.4%.

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 Perry County.

	Estimated Total
White	9,288
African American	1,603
Multiracial	523
Asian	156
Some Other Race	39
American Indian or Alaska Native	2

Source: US Census Bureau