Henrico Times

Of the 331,924 citizens living in Henrico County in 2021, 95.4% said they were only one race, while 4.6% 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 Henrico County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 53.6% or 178,020 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 29.6% and totaled 98,228 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Henrico County is 1.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.9%.

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 Henrico County.

	Estimated Total
White	178,020
African American	98,228
Asian	30,654
Multiracial	15,203
Some Other Race	9,136
American Indian or Alaska Native	579
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	104

Source: US Census Bureau