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Of the 40,688 citizens living in Delaware County in 2021, 88.5% said they were only one race, while 11.5% 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 Delaware County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 63.8% or 25,966 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 22% and totaled 8,948 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Delaware County is 1.5% higher than the state average, which stands at 10%.

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 Delaware County.

	Estimated Total
White	25,966
American Indian or Alaska Native	8,948
Multiracial	4,660
Asian	502
Some Other Race	385
African American	177
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	50

Source: US Census Bureau