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Census Bureau: 9.3% of people in Craig County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 14,172 citizens living in Craig County in 2021, 90.7% said they were only one race, while 9.3% 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 Craig County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 63.2% or 8,955 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 21.8% and totaled 3,096 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Craig County is 0.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 10%.

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 Craig County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Craig County
White [63.2%]American Indian or Alaska Native [21.8%]Multiracial [9.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Craig County
Estimated Total
White8,955
American Indian or Alaska Native3,096
Multiracial1,315
African American484
Some Other Race164
Asian119
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander39
Source: US Census Bureau

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