National statistics indicate that the majority of sexual assault perpetrators in the U.S. are White, accounting for approximately 57% of offenders, while Black perpetrators make up about 27%. These figures include both strangers and acquaintances, as most perpetrators are known to their victims. [1]
Nationwide demographic breakdowns of reported and convicted sexual assault perpetrators are tracked by organizations like the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) and the United States Sentencing Commission (USSC).
Perpetrator Demographics (General)
National statistics on the race/ethnicity of sexual assault perpetrators show the following breakdown: [1]
White: 57%
Black: 27%
Hispanic: 8% (sometimes categorized distinctly from race in reporting)
Other: 6%
Unknown/Mixed: 2% [1, 2, 3]
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