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Census Bureau: 6.4% of people in Charles Mix County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 9,346 citizens living in Charles Mix County in 2021, 93.6% said they were only one race, while 6.4% 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 Charles Mix County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 61% or 5,704 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 31.7% and totaled 2,959 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Charles Mix County is 2% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.4%.

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 Charles Mix County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Charles Mix County
White [61%]American Indian or Alaska Native [31.7%]Multiracial [6.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [0.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Charles Mix County
Estimated Total
White5,704
American Indian or Alaska Native2,959
Multiracial596
Asian43
Some Other Race29
African American11
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander4
Source: US Census Bureau

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