Census Bureau: 6.9% of people in Linn County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

By Mid Coast Times

Nov 3, 2023

Of the 127,200 citizens living in Linn County in 2021, 93.1% said they were only one race, while 6.9% 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 Linn County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 87.8% or 111,729 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Linn County is 0.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 7.7%.

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 Linn County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Linn County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Linn County

	Estimated Total
White	111,729
Multiracial	8,827
Some Other Race	3,672
Asian	1,253
American Indian or Alaska Native	1,096
African American	474
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	149

Source: US Census Bureau

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