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Of the 77,211 citizens living in Cattaraugus County in 2021, 96.6% said they were only one race, while 3.4% 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 Cattaraugus County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91% or 70,278 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 2.8% and totaled 2,152 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cattaraugus County is 2.6% 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 Cattaraugus County.

	Estimated Total
White	70,278
Multiracial	2,615
American Indian or Alaska Native	2,152
African American	1,051
Asian	561
Some Other Race	554

Source: US Census Bureau