USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau
The most prevalent racial group among citizens in the state of Washington who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 71.7% or 5,465,011 individuals. Following them, Asians accounted for 9% and totaled 682,711 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in the state of Washington is higher 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 the state of Washington.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| White | 5,465,011 |
| Asian | 682,711 |
| Multiracial | 655,594 |
| Some Other Race | 378,956 |
| African American | 293,401 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 90,789 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 50,902 |
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