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Of the 19,169 citizens living in Los Alamos County in 2021, 91.7% said they were only one race, while 8.3% 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 Los Alamos County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 81.3% or 15,587 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 5.4% and totaled 1,043 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Los Alamos County is 4.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 12.4%.

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 Los Alamos County.

	Estimated Total
White	15,587
Multiracial	1,594
Asian	1,043
Some Other Race	577
African American	211
American Indian or Alaska Native	157

Source: US Census Bureau