Of the 400,330 citizens living in Placer County in 2021, 92% said they were only one race, while 8% 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 Placer County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 77.8% or 311,591 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 8.5% and totaled 34,011 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Placer County is 2.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.7%.
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 Placer County.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| White | 311,591 |
| Asian | 34,011 |
| Multiracial | 32,028 |
| Some Other Race | 13,532 |
| African American | 6,415 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 1,952 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 801 |
Source: US Census Bureau
