About 3% of U.S. businesses were Black-or African American-owned in 2021

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February 13, 2024

A look at Black-owned businesses in the U.S.

About 3% of U.S. businesses were Black-or African American-owned in 2021

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About 3% of U.S. businesses were Black-or African American-owned in 2021

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A look at Black-owned businesses in the U.S.
Black- or African American-owned businesses made up greatest share of firms in District of Columbia, Georgia and Maryland in 2021
Health care and social assistance is the most common sector among Black-or African American-owned businesses

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