Buffalo Ledger

Of the 949,715 citizens living in Erie County in 2021, 96% said they were only one race, while 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 Erie County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 76.5% or 726,768 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 12.8% and totaled 121,790 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Erie County is 2% 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 Erie County.

	Estimated Total
White	726,768
African American	121,790
Multiracial	37,816
Asian	37,345
Some Other Race	21,776
American Indian or Alaska Native	4,000
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	220

Source: US Census Bureau