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Of the 8,004 citizens living in Schoolcraft County in 2021, 92.5% said they were only one race, while 7.5% 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 Schoolcraft County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 85.1% or 6,811 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 6.6% and totaled 526 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Schoolcraft County is 2.9% 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 Schoolcraft County.

	Estimated Total
White	6,811
Multiracial	600
American Indian or Alaska Native	526
Asian	33
African American	32
Some Other Race	2

Source: US Census Bureau