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Census Bureau: 5.6% of people in Utah identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 3,231,370 citizens living in Utah in 2021, 94.4% said they were only one race, while 5.6% 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 Utah who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 83.7% or 2,704,561 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Utah is lower 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 Utah.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Utah
White [83.7%]Multiracial [5.6%]Some Other Race [5.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.5%]

Estimated Count of Racial Groups in Utah in 2021
Estimated Total
White2,704,561
Multiracial182,358
Some Other Race168,048
Asian75,530
African American38,545
American Indian or Alaska Native33,242
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander29,086
Source: US Census Bureau

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