Quincy Reporter

Of the 65,878 citizens living in Adams County in 2021, 97.1% said they were only one race, while 2.9% 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 Adams County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.1% or 60,689 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4% and totaled 2,615 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Adams County is 2.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.8%.

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 Adams County.

	Estimated Total
White	60,689
African American	2,615
Multiracial	1,942
Asian	420
Some Other Race	153
American Indian or Alaska Native	51
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	8

Source: US Census Bureau