Census Bureau: 6.8% of people in Kittitas County identified as multiracial in 2021

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By Yakima Times

Nov 10, 2023

Of the 44,147 citizens living in Kittitas County in 2021, 93.2% said they were only one race, while 6.8% 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 Kittitas County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.8% or 37,429 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Kittitas County is 1.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 8.6%.

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 Kittitas County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Kittitas County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Kittitas County

	Estimated Total
White	37,429
Multiracial	2,999
Some Other Race	2,301
Asian	611
African American	439
American Indian or Alaska Native	212
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	156

Source: US Census Bureau

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