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Census Bureau: 5.5% of people in Alger County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 8,911 citizens living in Alger County in 2021, 94.5% said they were only one race, while 5.5% 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 Alger County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 83.3% or 7,425 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 7.1% and totaled 635 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Alger County is 0.9% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 Alger County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Alger County
White [83.3%]African American [7.1%]Multiracial [5.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Alger County
Estimated Total
White7,425
African American635
Multiracial494
American Indian or Alaska Native258
Some Other Race55
Asian44
Source: US Census Bureau

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