Gateway Reporter

Of the 10,960 citizens living in Sussex County in 2021, 97.5% said they were only one race, while 2.5% 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 Sussex County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was African American, comprising 56.2% or 6,160 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 40.5% and totaled 4,434 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sussex County is 3.4% 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 Sussex County.

	Estimated Total
African American	6,160
White	4,434
Multiracial	277
Some Other Race	56
Asian	33

Source: US Census Bureau