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Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Census Bureau: 4.7% of people in Genesee 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 406,400 citizens living in Genesee 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 Genesee County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73.7% or 299,607 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 19.6% and totaled 79,541 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Genesee County is 0.1% higher 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 Genesee County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Genesee County
White [73.7%]African American [19.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Genesee County
Estimated Total
White299,607
African American79,541
Multiracial19,016
Asian3,886
Some Other Race3,024
American Indian or Alaska Native1,249
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander77
Source: US Census Bureau

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