NE Ohio Times

Of the 95,408 citizens living in Geauga County in 2021, 97.2% said they were only one race, while 2.8% 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 Geauga County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 95% or 90,648 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.1% and totaled 1,038 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Geauga County is 1.5% lower 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 Geauga County.

	Estimated Total
White	90,648
Multiracial	2,665
African American	1,038
Asian	509
Some Other Race	478
American Indian or Alaska Native	65
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	5

Source: US Census Bureau