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Census Bureau: 2.7% of people in Northumberland 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 91,853 citizens living in Northumberland County in 2021, 97.3% said they were only one race, while 2.7% 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 Northumberland County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.2% or 85,569 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.5% and totaled 2,304 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Northumberland County is 1.6% 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 Northumberland County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Northumberland County
White [93.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Northumberland County
Estimated Total
White85,569
Multiracial2,452
African American2,304
Some Other Race1,095
Asian330
American Indian or Alaska Native74
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander29
Source: US Census Bureau

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