Mohawk Valley Times

Of the 29,936 citizens living in Schoharie County in 2021, 96.8% said they were only one race, while 3.2% 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 Schoharie County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.5% or 27,688 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.7% and totaled 495 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Schoharie County is 2.8% 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 Schoharie County.

	Estimated Total
White	27,688
Multiracial	972
African American	495
Some Other Race	445
Asian	287
American Indian or Alaska Native	33
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	16

Source: US Census Bureau