Chico Times

Of the 217,884 citizens living in Butte County in 2021, 91.5% said they were only one race, while 8.5% 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 Butte County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 77.8% or 169,550 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Butte County is 2.2% 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 Butte County.

	Estimated Total
White	169,550
Multiracial	18,571
Some Other Race	11,702
Asian	10,974
African American	3,999
American Indian or Alaska Native	2,464
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	624

Source: US Census Bureau