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Census Bureau: 2.6% of people in Cortland 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 46,984 citizens living in Cortland County in 2021, 97.4% said they were only one race, while 2.6% 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 Cortland County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93% or 43,676 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2% and totaled 917 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cortland County is 3.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 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 Cortland County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Cortland County
White [93%]Ethnicities < 5% [7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Cortland County
Estimated Total
White43,676
Multiracial1,225
African American917
Some Other Race610
Asian502
American Indian or Alaska Native54
Source: US Census Bureau

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