Wenatchee Times

Of the 42,622 citizens living in Douglas County in 2021, 94.3% said they were only one race, while 5.7% 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 Douglas County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 66.3% or 28,246 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Douglas County is 2.9% 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 Douglas County.

	Estimated Total
White	28,246
Some Other Race	10,826
Multiracial	2,433
American Indian or Alaska Native	451
Asian	295
African American	233
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	138

Source: US Census Bureau