Of the 1,112,883 citizens living in Wake County in 2021, 94.3% said they were only one race, while 5.7% 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 Wake County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 62.5% or 695,410 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 19.9% and totaled 221,415 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Wake County is 0.9% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.8%.
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 Wake County.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| White | 695,410 |
| African American | 221,415 |
| Asian | 83,676 |
| Multiracial | 63,168 |
| Some Other Race | 45,413 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 3,361 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 440 |
Source: US Census Bureau
