Of the 164,568 citizens living in Maui County in 2021, 76.5% said they were only one race, while 23.5% 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 Maui County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 32.9% or 54,194 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 29.3% and totaled 48,176 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Maui County is 0.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 24.4%.
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 Maui County.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| White | 54,194 |
| Asian | 48,176 |
| Multiracial | 38,629 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 18,459 |
| Some Other Race | 3,421 |
| African American | 1,120 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 569 |
Source: US Census Bureau
