Census Bureau: 2.7% of people in Iron County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

By UP Gazette

Dec 22, 2023

Of the 11,580 citizens living in Iron 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 Iron County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.5% or 10,947 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.2% and totaled 141 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Iron 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 Iron County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Iron County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Iron County

	Estimated Total
White	10,947
Multiracial	307
African American	141
American Indian or Alaska Native	89
Asian	57
Some Other Race	39

Source: US Census Bureau

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