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Census Bureau: 5.5% of people in Lancaster County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 320,301 citizens living in Lancaster County in 2021, 94.5% said they were only one race, while 5.5% 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 Lancaster County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.1% or 269,516 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 4.2% and totaled 13,393 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lancaster County is 0.4% higher than the state average, which stands at 5.1%.

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 Lancaster County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lancaster County
White [84.1%]Multiracial [5.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [10.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lancaster County
Estimated Total
White269,516
Multiracial17,699
Asian13,393
African American12,059
Some Other Race5,450
American Indian or Alaska Native1,983
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander201
Source: US Census Bureau

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