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Census Bureau: 8.6% of people in Aleutians West Census Area 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 5,251 citizens living in Aleutians West Census Area in 2021, 91.4% said they were only one race, while 8.6% 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 West Census Area who reported being of a single race in 2021 was Asian, comprising 45.8% or 2,406 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 24.5% and totaled 1,286 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Aleutians West Census Area is 1.4% lower 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 West Census Area.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Aleutians West Census Area
Asian [45.8%]White [24.5%]American Indian or Alaska Native [10.5%]Multiracial [8.6%]Some Other Race [5.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Aleutians West Census Area
Estimated Total
Asian2,406
White1,286
American Indian or Alaska Native549
Multiracial454
Some Other Race287
African American182
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander87
Source: US Census Bureau

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