East Panhandle Times

Of the 14,269 citizens living in Hardy County in 2021, 96.5% said they were only one race, while 3.5% 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 Hardy County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.3% or 13,023 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4% and totaled 569 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hardy County is 0.4% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Hardy County.

	Estimated Total
White	13,023
African American	569
Multiracial	501
Some Other Race	100
Asian	74
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	2

Source: US Census Bureau