Lewiston Times

Of the 110,378 citizens living in Androscoggin 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 Androscoggin County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 90.2% or 99,565 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.8% and totaled 3,108 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Androscoggin County is 1.9% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

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 Androscoggin County.

	Estimated Total
White	99,565
Multiracial	5,956
African American	3,108
Asian	1,099
Some Other Race	504
American Indian or Alaska Native	130
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	16

Source: US Census Bureau