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Census Bureau: 9.4% of people in Sierra County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 11,512 citizens living in Sierra County in 2021, 90.6% said they were only one race, while 9.4% 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 Sierra County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82% or 9,441 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 3.7% and totaled 429 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sierra County is 3% lower than the state average, which stands at 12.4%.

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 Sierra County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Sierra County
White [82%]Multiracial [9.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [8.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Sierra County
Estimated Total
White9,441
Multiracial1,081
American Indian or Alaska Native429
Some Other Race425
Asian97
African American39
Source: US Census Bureau