Ft Wayne Times

Of the 381,839 citizens living in Allen County in 2021, 94.6% said they were only one race, while 5.4% 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 Allen County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 75.9% or 289,863 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.3% and totaled 43,004 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Allen County is 1.1% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.3%.

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 Allen County.

	Estimated Total
White	289,863
African American	43,004
Multiracial	20,508
Asian	17,306
Some Other Race	10,315
American Indian or Alaska Native	675
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	168

Source: US Census Bureau