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Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Census Bureau: 5.4% of people in Albany County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 314,679 citizens living in Albany County in 2021, 94.6% said they were only one race, while 5.4% 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 Albany County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73.7% or 231,936 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 12.1% and totaled 38,114 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Albany County is 0.6% lower than the state average, which stands at 6%.

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 Albany County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Albany County
White [73.7%]African American [12.1%]Asian [6.9%]Multiracial [5.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Albany County
Estimated Total
White231,936
African American38,114
Asian21,763
Multiracial16,983
Some Other Race5,383
American Indian or Alaska Native289
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander211
Source: US Census Bureau