Garden State Times

Of the 9,234,024 citizens living in New Jersey in 2021, 93.3% said they were only one race, while 6.7% 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 New Jersey who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 62.7% or 5,787,873 individuals. Following them, African Americans accounted for 13.3% and totaled 1,225,321 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in New Jersey is lower than the national average, which stands at 7%.

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 article 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 New Jersey.

	Estimated Total
White	5,787,873
African American	1,225,321
Asian	900,516
Some Other Race	675,022
Multiracial	617,270
American Indian or Alaska Native	24,719
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	3,303

Source: US Census Bureau