Of the 1,161,643 citizens living in Contra Costa County in 2021, 89.3% said they were only one race, while 10.7% 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 Contra Costa County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 50% or 580,523 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 17.8% and totaled 206,918 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Contra Costa County is the same as 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 Contra Costa County.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| White | 580,523 |
| Asian | 206,918 |
| Some Other Race | 136,203 |
| Multiracial | 124,321 |
| African American | 100,260 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 7,807 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 5,611 |
Source: US Census Bureau
