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Thursday, April 3, 2025

Census Bureau: 4.7% of people in Columbia County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 61,587 citizens living in Columbia County in 2021, 95.3% said they were only one race, while 4.7% 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 Columbia County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 87% or 53,590 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4.1% and totaled 2,500 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Columbia County is 1.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 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 Columbia County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Columbia County
White [87%]Ethnicities < 5% [13%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Columbia County
Estimated Total
White53,590
Multiracial2,880
African American2,500
Some Other Race1,332
Asian1,198
American Indian or Alaska Native82
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander5
Source: US Census Bureau

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