High Country Times

Of the 26,598 citizens living in Ashe County in 2021, 98% said they were only one race, while 2% 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 Ashe County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95.8% or 25,491 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.9% and totaled 252 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ashe County is 2.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.8%.

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 Ashe County.

	Estimated Total
White	25,491
Multiracial	544
African American	252
Asian	137
Some Other Race	85
American Indian or Alaska Native	84
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	5

Source: US Census Bureau