Mohawk Valley Times

Of the 58,952 citizens living in Otsego 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 Otsego County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.2% or 54,335 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2% and totaled 1,181 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Otsego 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 Otsego County.

	Estimated Total
White	54,335
Multiracial	2,000
African American	1,181
Asian	800
Some Other Race	473
American Indian or Alaska Native	100
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	63

Source: US Census Bureau