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Census Bureau: 3% of people in Schuylkill County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 143,308 citizens living in Schuylkill County in 2021, 97% said they were only one race, while 3% 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 Schuylkill County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.2% or 132,166 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.9% and totaled 4,223 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Schuylkill County is 1.3% 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 Schuylkill County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Schuylkill County
White [92.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Schuylkill County
Estimated Total
White132,166
Multiracial4,338
African American4,223
Some Other Race1,762
Asian636
American Indian or Alaska Native167
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander16
Source: US Census Bureau