Pine Belt Times

Of the 77,743 citizens living in Forrest County in 2021, 96.9% said they were only one race, while 3.1% 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 Forrest County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 58.6% or 45,546 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 36.7% and totaled 28,517 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Forrest County is 0.7% 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 Forrest County.

	Estimated Total
White	45,546
African American	28,517
Multiracial	2,421
Asian	685
Some Other Race	303
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	146
American Indian or Alaska Native	125

Source: US Census Bureau