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Census Bureau: 2.1% of people in Clarion County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

USCB Executive Senior Advisor for the Decennial Census Program Alebrt E. Fontenote Jr. | United States Census Bureau

Of the 37,571 citizens living in Clarion County in 2021, 97.9% said they were only one race, while 2.1% 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 Clarion County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95.8% or 35,995 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.5% and totaled 564 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Clarion County is 2.2% 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 Clarion County.

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Clarion County
Estimated Total
White35,995
Multiracial782
African American564
Asian189
Some Other Race21
American Indian or Alaska Native20
Source: US Census Bureau