This Georgia county is one of the US’s most diverse – and that could flip multiple elections
Summary
Gwinnett County, Georgia, is one of the most diverse places in the U.S., with a mix of ethnic groups and many immigrants. This diversity is influencing local politics and could affect the results of important elections in Georgia, including a key Senate race.Key Facts
- Gwinnett County is among the top 10 most ethnically diverse counties in the U.S.
- The county's population in 2020 was about 30.6% white, 27.8% Black, 23.7% Hispanic, 13.2% Asian, and 4.0% multiracial.
- Around 28% of residents were born outside the U.S., and about half of those are U.S. citizens.
- Diversity is very high, with an 84.9% chance that two randomly selected people are from different racial or ethnic groups.
- Immigration growth and a strong local school system contribute to Gwinnett’s rapid population increase.
- Immigration enforcement operations have targeted immigrant-heavy communities in Gwinnett, leading to some deportations.
- Asian American political views in the county vary; older immigrants tend to be more Republican, while younger generations lean Democratic.
- The political balance in Gwinnett could influence the Georgia Senate race between Jon Ossoff and Mike Collins.
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