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Census Bureau: 1.4% of people in Graham County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 8,089 citizens living in Graham County in 2021, 98.6% said they were only one race, while 1.4% 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 86.3% or 6,984 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 9.2% and totaled 741 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Graham County is 3.4% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.8%.

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 [86.3%]American Indian or Alaska Native [9.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Graham County
Estimated Total
White6,984
American Indian or Alaska Native741
Some Other Race240
Multiracial110
African American14
Source: US Census Bureau

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