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Census Bureau: 6.3% of people in McKinley County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 72,946 citizens living in McKinley County in 2021, 93.7% said they were only one race, while 6.3% 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 McKinley County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was American Indian or Alaska Native, comprising 75.5% or 55,106 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 11.5% and totaled 8,389 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in McKinley County is 6.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 12.4%.

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 McKinley County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in McKinley County
American Indian or Alaska Native [75.5%]White [11.5%]Multiracial [6.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in McKinley County
Estimated Total
American Indian or Alaska Native55,106
White8,389
Multiracial4,578
Some Other Race3,496
Asian913
African American394
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander70
Source: US Census Bureau

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