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Census Bureau: 7.7% of people in Oregon identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 4,207,177 citizens living in Oregon in 2021, 92.3% said they were only one race, while 7.7% 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 Oregon who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 80.7% or 3,394,838 individuals. Following them, Asians accounted for 4.4% and totaled 186,724 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Oregon is higher than the national average, which stands at 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 article 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 Oregon.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Oregon
White [80.7%]Multiracial [7.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [11.6%]

Estimated Count of Racial Groups in Oregon in 2021
Estimated Total
White3,394,838
Multiracial325,612
Asian186,724
Some Other Race158,743
African American77,913
American Indian or Alaska Native46,075
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander17,272
Source: US Census Bureau

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