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Monday, December 23, 2024

Census Bureau: 5.1% of people in Erie County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 75,560 citizens living in Erie County in 2021, 94.9% said they were only one race, while 5.1% 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 Erie County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 83.8% or 63,327 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.9% and totaled 6,752 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Erie County is 0.8% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.3%.

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 Erie County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Erie County
White [83.8%]African American [8.9%]Multiracial [5.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Erie County
Estimated Total
White63,327
African American6,752
Multiracial3,820
Some Other Race850
Asian569
American Indian or Alaska Native220
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander22
Source: US Census Bureau

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