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Census Bureau: 8.1% of people in Lassen 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 32,949 citizens living in Lassen County in 2021, 91.9% said they were only one race, while 8.1% 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 Lassen County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 75.7% or 24,933 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 8.6% and totaled 2,824 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lassen County is 2.6% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.7%.

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 Lassen County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lassen County
White [75.7%]African American [8.6%]Multiracial [8.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lassen County
Estimated Total
White24,933
African American2,824
Multiracial2,685
Some Other Race902
American Indian or Alaska Native841
Asian514
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander250
Source: US Census Bureau

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