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Census Bureau: 3.5% of people in Champaign 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 38,678 citizens living in Champaign County in 2021, 96.5% said they were only one race, while 3.5% 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 Champaign County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.4% or 36,140 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.9% and totaled 751 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Champaign County is 0.8% 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 Champaign County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Champaign County
White [93.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Champaign County
Estimated Total
White36,140
Multiracial1,358
African American751
Asian169
Some Other Race146
American Indian or Alaska Native114
Source: US Census Bureau