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Census Bureau: 2.2% of people in Adams 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 27,564 citizens living in Adams County in 2021, 97.8% said they were only one race, while 2.2% 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 Adams County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 96.7% or 26,646 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.4% and totaled 116 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Adams County is 2.1% lower 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 Adams County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Adams County
Estimated Total
White26,646
Multiracial607
African American116
Some Other Race95
Asian76
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander19
American Indian or Alaska Native5
Source: US Census Bureau

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