North Central PA Times

Of the 43,094 citizens living in Union County in 2021, 98.1% said they were only one race, while 1.9% 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 Union County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 87.1% or 37,541 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 6.9% and totaled 2,959 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Union County is 2.4% 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 Union County.

	Estimated Total
White	37,541
African American	2,959
Some Other Race	905
Multiracial	810
Asian	735
American Indian or Alaska Native	137
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	7

Source: US Census Bureau