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Of the 14,858 citizens living in Gogebic County in 2021, 98% said they were only one race, while 2% 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 Gogebic County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.8% or 13,637 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 2.8% and totaled 411 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Gogebic County is 2.6% 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 Gogebic County.

	Estimated Total
White	13,637
American Indian or Alaska Native	411
African American	370
Multiracial	302
Asian	55
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	47
Some Other Race	36

Source: US Census Bureau