NC South Carolina Times

Of the 276,569 citizens living in York County in 2021, 95.8% said they were only one race, while 4.2% 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 York County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 72.3% or 199,954 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 18.9% and totaled 52,225 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in York County is 0.2% higher than the state average, which stands at 4%.

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 York County.

	Estimated Total
White	199,954
African American	52,225
Multiracial	11,731
Asian	7,122
Some Other Race	3,780
American Indian or Alaska Native	1,704
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	53

Source: US Census Bureau