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Census Bureau: 6.8% of people in Island County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 85,938 citizens living in Island County in 2021, 93.2% said they were only one race, while 6.8% 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 Island County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82% or 70,430 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 4.6% and totaled 3,949 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Island County is 1.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 8.6%.

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 Island County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Island County
White [82%]Multiracial [6.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [11.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Island County
Estimated Total
White70,430
Multiracial5,864
Asian3,949
African American2,362
Some Other Race2,037
American Indian or Alaska Native971
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander325
Source: US Census Bureau

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