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Census Bureau: 5.2% of people in Roosevelt 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 10,884 citizens living in Roosevelt County in 2021, 94.8% said they were only one race, while 5.2% 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 Roosevelt County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was American Indian or Alaska Native, comprising 59.7% or 6,494 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 33.9% and totaled 3,688 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Roosevelt County is 0.7% 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 Roosevelt County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Roosevelt County
American Indian or Alaska Native [59.7%]White [33.9%]Multiracial [5.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Roosevelt County
Estimated Total
American Indian or Alaska Native6,494
White3,688
Multiracial564
Asian82
Some Other Race31
African American24
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander1
Source: US Census Bureau

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