Census Bureau: 6.9% of people in Columbia County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau

By North Coast Today

Nov 3, 2023

Of the 52,381 citizens living in Columbia County in 2021, 93.1% said they were only one race, while 6.9% 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 Columbia County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 89.6% or 46,948 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Columbia County is 0.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 7.7%.

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 Columbia County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Columbia County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Columbia County

	Estimated Total
White	46,948
Multiracial	3,596
Some Other Race	542
American Indian or Alaska Native	440
Asian	401
African American	264
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	190

Source: US Census Bureau

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