Palm Coast Times

Of the 73,147 citizens living in Putnam 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 Putnam County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 76.4% or 55,904 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 16% and totaled 11,690 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Putnam County is 3.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 9.4%.

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 Putnam County.

	Estimated Total
White	55,904
African American	11,690
Multiracial	4,134
Some Other Race	702
Asian	417
American Indian or Alaska Native	281
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	19

Source: US Census Bureau