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Census Bureau: 5.1% of people in Bannock County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 86,362 citizens living in Bannock County in 2021, 94.9% said they were only one race, while 5.1% 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 Bannock County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 87.1% or 75,182 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 2.8% and totaled 2,435 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Bannock County is 0.6% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.7%.

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 Bannock County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Bannock County
White [87.1%]Multiracial [5.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.8%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Bannock County
Estimated Total
White75,182
Multiracial4,367
American Indian or Alaska Native2,435
Some Other Race1,959
Asian1,641
African American655
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander123
Source: US Census Bureau

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