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Census Bureau: 7.3% of people in Shasta County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 181,935 citizens living in Shasta County in 2021, 92.7% said they were only one race, while 7.3% 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 Shasta County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 83.3% or 151,465 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 3.3% and totaled 6,024 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Shasta County is 3.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.7%.

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 Shasta County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Shasta County
White [83.3%]Multiracial [7.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Shasta County
Estimated Total
White151,465
Multiracial13,204
Asian6,024
Some Other Race4,658
American Indian or Alaska Native4,275
African American2,059
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander250
Source: US Census Bureau

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