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Census Bureau: 3.7% of people in St. Clair County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 160,067 citizens living in St. Clair County in 2021, 96.3% said they were only one race, while 3.7% 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 St. Clair County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.7% or 148,323 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.3% and totaled 3,612 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in St. Clair County is 0.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 St. Clair County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in St. Clair County
White [92.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in St. Clair County
Estimated Total
White148,323
Multiracial5,933
African American3,612
Some Other Race1,209
Asian730
American Indian or Alaska Native197
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander63
Source: US Census Bureau

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