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Of the 3,409 citizens living in Aleutians East Borough in 2021, 88.5% said they were only one race, while 11.5% 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 Aleutians East Borough who reported being of a single race in 2021 was American Indian or Alaska Native, comprising 44.1% or 1,505 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 20.9% and totaled 712 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Aleutians East Borough is 1.5% higher than the state average, which stands at 10%.

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 Aleutians East Borough.

	Estimated Total
American Indian or Alaska Native	1,505
Asian	712
White	497
Multiracial	393
Some Other Race	220
African American	71
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	11

Source: US Census Bureau