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Of the 12,970,650 citizens living in Pennsylvania in 2021, 95.7% said they were only one race, while 4.3% 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 Pennsylvania who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 78.3% or 10,153,752 individuals. Following them, African Americans accounted for 11% and totaled 1,425,210 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Pennsylvania is lower than the national average, which stands at 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 article 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 Pennsylvania.

	Estimated Total
White	10,153,752
African American	1,425,210
Multiracial	555,201
Asian	460,932
Some Other Race	350,618
American Indian or Alaska Native	20,511
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	4,426

Source: US Census Bureau