North Central PA Times

Of the 65,013 citizens living in Columbia County in 2021, 97.6% said they were only one race, while 2.4% 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 Columbia County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.2% or 61,219 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.7% and totaled 1,083 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Columbia County is 1.9% 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 Columbia County.

	Estimated Total
White	61,219
Multiracial	1,578
African American	1,083
Asian	676
Some Other Race	231
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	206
American Indian or Alaska Native	20

Source: US Census Bureau