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Census Bureau: 4% of people in Chittenden County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 167,523 citizens living in Chittenden County in 2021, 96% said they were only one race, while 4% 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 Chittenden County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 88.8% or 148,711 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 4% and totaled 6,655 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Chittenden County is 0.6% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.4%.

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 Chittenden County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Chittenden County
White [88.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [11.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Chittenden County
Estimated Total
White148,711
Multiracial6,679
Asian6,655
African American4,366
Some Other Race850
American Indian or Alaska Native187
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander75
Source: US Census Bureau

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