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Census Bureau: 8.8% of people in Arapahoe County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 651,621 citizens living in Arapahoe County in 2021, 91.2% said they were only one race, while 8.8% 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 Arapahoe County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 67.2% or 437,618 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11% and totaled 71,698 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Arapahoe County is 0.4% higher than the state average, which stands at 8.4%.

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 Arapahoe County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Arapahoe County
White [67.2%]African American [11%]Multiracial [8.8%]Asian [6.2%]Some Other Race [5.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [0.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Arapahoe County
Estimated Total
White437,618
African American71,698
Multiracial57,352
Asian40,557
Some Other Race38,454
American Indian or Alaska Native4,403
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander1,539
Source: US Census Bureau

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