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Census Bureau: 3.7% of people in York County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 210,486 citizens living in York County in 2021, 96.3% said they were only one race, while 3.7% 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 York County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.5% or 196,718 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 1.1% and totaled 2,329 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in York County is 0.2% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

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 York County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in York County
White [93.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in York County
Estimated Total
White196,718
Multiracial7,721
Asian2,329
African American1,969
Some Other Race1,154
American Indian or Alaska Native555
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander40
Source: US Census Bureau

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