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Of the 69,635 citizens living in York County in 2021, 92.4% said they were only one race, while 7.6% 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 York County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 72.2% or 50,311 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 13.1% and totaled 9,134 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in York County is 1.7% higher than the state average, which stands at 5.9%.

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 York County.

	Estimated Total
White	50,311
African American	9,134
Multiracial	5,314
Asian	3,766
Some Other Race	980
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	74
American Indian or Alaska Native	56

Source: US Census Bureau