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Census Bureau: 2.7% of people in Dickinson 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 25,954 citizens living in Dickinson County in 2021, 97.3% said they were only one race, while 2.7% 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 Dickinson County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.8% or 24,600 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 0.9% and totaled 221 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Dickinson County is 1.9% lower 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 Dickinson County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Dickinson County
White [94.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Dickinson County
Estimated Total
White24,600
Multiracial700
American Indian or Alaska Native221
African American191
Asian138
Some Other Race104
Source: US Census Bureau

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