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Census Bureau: 4.3% of people in Asotin 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 22,285 citizens living in Asotin County in 2021, 95.7% said they were only one race, while 4.3% 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 Asotin County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.1% or 20,291 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 1.3% and totaled 286 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Asotin County is 4.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 8.6%.

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 Asotin County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Asotin County
White [91.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [8.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Asotin County
Estimated Total
White20,291
Multiracial951
American Indian or Alaska Native286
Asian262
Some Other Race251
African American202
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander42
Source: US Census Bureau

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