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Of the 8,249 citizens living in Baraga County in 2021, 92.6% said they were only one race, while 7.4% 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 Baraga County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73.1% or 6,032 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 10.8% and totaled 893 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Baraga County is 2.8% 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 Baraga County.

	Estimated Total
White	6,032
American Indian or Alaska Native	893
African American	623
Multiracial	612
Asian	52
Some Other Race	27
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	10

Source: US Census Bureau