Holland Reporter

Of the 119,418 citizens living in Allegan County in 2021, 95.3% said they were only one race, while 4.7% 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 Allegan County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 90.9% or 108,546 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Allegan County is 0.1% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 Allegan County.

	Estimated Total
White	108,546
Multiracial	5,672
Some Other Race	2,322
African American	1,543
Asian	882
American Indian or Alaska Native	453

Source: US Census Bureau