Westchester Reporter

Of the 999,723 citizens living in Westchester 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 Westchester County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 59.9% or 599,188 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 14.6% and totaled 145,588 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Westchester County is 0.9% higher 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 Westchester County.

	Estimated Total
White	599,188
African American	145,588
Some Other Race	120,991
Multiracial	68,909
Asian	60,685
American Indian or Alaska Native	4,076
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	286

Source: US Census Bureau