Allegheny Highlands Today

Of the 11,063 citizens living in Grant County in 2021, 98.8% said they were only one race, while 1.2% 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 Grant County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 96.3% or 10,656 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.7% and totaled 192 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Grant County is 1.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.1%.

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 Grant County.

	Estimated Total
White	10,656
African American	192
Multiracial	128
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	35
Asian	32
Some Other Race	20

Source: US Census Bureau