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Census Bureau: 5.3% of people in Ravalli County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau

Of the 43,790 citizens living in Ravalli County in 2021, 94.7% said they were only one race, while 5.3% 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 Ravalli County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.5% or 40,503 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 0.8% and totaled 372 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ravalli County is 0.8% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.5%.

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 Ravalli County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Ravalli County
White [92.5%]Multiracial [5.3%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Ravalli County
Estimated Total
White40,503
Multiracial2,322
American Indian or Alaska Native372
Asian231
Some Other Race211
African American151
Source: US Census Bureau

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