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Census Bureau: 8.5% of people in Graham County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 38,145 citizens living in Graham County in 2021, 91.5% said they were only one race, while 8.5% 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 Graham County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73.4% or 27,983 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 13% and totaled 4,976 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Graham County is 1.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.4%.

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 Graham County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Graham County
White [73.4%]American Indian or Alaska Native [13%]Multiracial [8.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Graham County
Estimated Total
White27,983
American Indian or Alaska Native4,976
Multiracial3,259
Some Other Race851
African American762
Asian273
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander41
Source: US Census Bureau

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