Vancouver Reporter

Of the 11,973 citizens living in Skamania County in 2021, 96.1% said they were only one race, while 3.9% 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 Skamania County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.1% or 10,902 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 2% and totaled 244 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Skamania County is 4.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 8.6%.

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 Skamania County.

	Estimated Total
White	10,902
Multiracial	471
American Indian or Alaska Native	244
Some Other Race	188
Asian	133
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	25
African American	10

Source: US Census Bureau