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Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Census Bureau: 7.6% of people in New York County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 1,669,127 citizens living in New York County in 2021, 92.4% said they were only one race, while 7.6% 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 New York County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 53.6% or 893,947 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 14% and totaled 234,494 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in New York County is 1.6% higher than the state average, which stands at 6%.

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 New York County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in New York County
White [53.6%]African American [14%]Some Other Race [12.4%]Asian [12%]Multiracial [7.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [0.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in New York County
Estimated Total
White893,947
African American234,494
Some Other Race206,374
Asian199,561
Multiracial126,618
American Indian or Alaska Native7,395
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander738
Source: US Census Bureau

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