USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau
The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Alameda County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 35.9% or 600,791 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 31.6% and totaled 528,502 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Alameda County is 1.8% 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 Alameda County.
Estimated Total | |
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White | 600,791 |
Asian | 528,502 |
Some Other Race | 197,826 |
African American | 170,632 |
Multiracial | 149,614 |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 13,311 |
American Indian or Alaska Native | 12,457 |