Spartanburg Reporter

Of the 56,204 citizens living in Cherokee County in 2021, 96% said they were only one race, while 4% 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 Cherokee County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73.5% or 41,308 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 19.8% and totaled 11,102 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cherokee County is the same as the state average, which stands at 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 Cherokee County.

	Estimated Total
White	41,308
African American	11,102
Multiracial	2,259
Some Other Race	1,338
Asian	132
American Indian or Alaska Native	56
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	9

Source: US Census Bureau