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Census Bureau: 3.8% of people in Lake County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 12,248 citizens living in Lake County in 2021, 96.2% said they were only one race, while 3.8% 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 Lake County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86.6% or 10,606 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 7.6% and totaled 928 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lake County is 0.8% lower 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 Lake County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lake County
White [86.6%]African American [7.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lake County
Estimated Total
White10,606
African American928
Multiracial461
Some Other Race117
American Indian or Alaska Native105
Asian30
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander1
Source: US Census Bureau

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