Central Oregon Times

Of the 1,784 citizens living in Sherman County in 2021, 91% said they were only one race, while 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 Sherman County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 88% or 1,570 individuals. Following them, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander accounted for 1.4% and totaled 25 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sherman County is 1.3% higher than the state average, which stands at 7.7%.

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 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 Sherman County.

	Estimated Total
White	1,570
Multiracial	161
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	25
Some Other Race	12
American Indian or Alaska Native	9
Asian	4
African American	3

Source: US Census Bureau