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Of the 62,253 citizens living in Livingston County in 2021, 96.6% said they were only one race, while 3.4% 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 Livingston County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.2% or 56,772 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.8% and totaled 1,751 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Livingston County is 2.6% 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 Livingston County.

	Estimated Total
White	56,772
Multiracial	2,112
African American	1,751
Some Other Race	873
Asian	678
American Indian or Alaska Native	67

Source: US Census Bureau