Grayson Times

Of the 35,453 citizens living in Fannin County in 2021, 95% said they were only one race, while 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 Fannin County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86.2% or 30,547 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.9% and totaled 2,086 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Fannin County is 5.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.9%.

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 Fannin County.

	Estimated Total
White	30,547
African American	2,086
Multiracial	1,779
Some Other Race	616
American Indian or Alaska Native	234
Asian	170
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	21

Source: US Census Bureau