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Census Bureau: 7.4% of people in Cherry County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Communications Ditas M. Katague | United States Census Bureau

Of the 5,505 citizens living in Cherry County in 2021, 92.6% said they were only one race, while 7.4% 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 Cherry County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 87% or 4,791 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 2.7% and totaled 149 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cherry County is 2.3% higher than the state average, which stands at 5.1%.

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 Cherry County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Cherry County
White [87%]Multiracial [7.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Cherry County
Estimated Total
White4,791
Multiracial409
American Indian or Alaska Native149
Asian106
Some Other Race39
African American11
Source: US Census Bureau

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