Upper Cumberland Times

Of the 14,309 citizens living in Cannon 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 Cannon County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95.2% or 13,617 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.4% and totaled 343 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cannon County is 1.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.8%.

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 Cannon County.

	Estimated Total
White	13,617
African American	343
Multiracial	282
Some Other Race	47
American Indian or Alaska Native	18
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	2

Source: US Census Bureau