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Census Bureau: 4.1% of people in Litchfield County 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 185,175 citizens living in Litchfield County in 2021, 95.9% said they were only one race, while 4.1% 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 Litchfield County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 90.4% or 167,417 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 1.9% and totaled 3,526 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Litchfield County is 2.2% lower than the state average, which stands at 6.3%.

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 Litchfield County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Litchfield County
White [90.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Litchfield County
Estimated Total
White167,417
Multiracial7,562
Asian3,526
African American3,296
Some Other Race3,185
American Indian or Alaska Native189
Source: US Census Bureau

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