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Census Bureau: 3.9% of people in Hunterdon County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 128,807 citizens living in Hunterdon County in 2021, 96.1% said they were only one race, while 3.9% 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 Hunterdon County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 87.4% or 112,609 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 4.4% and totaled 5,619 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Hunterdon County is 2.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 6.7%.

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 Hunterdon County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Hunterdon County
White [87.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [12.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Hunterdon County
Estimated Total
White112,609
Asian5,619
Multiracial4,968
African American3,693
Some Other Race1,737
American Indian or Alaska Native127
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander54
Source: US Census Bureau

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