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Of the 18,514 citizens living in Bethel Census Area in 2021, 96.8% said they were only one race, while 3.2% 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 Bethel Census Area who reported being of a single race in 2021 was American Indian or Alaska Native, comprising 84.5% or 15,640 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 9.6% and totaled 1,769 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Bethel Census Area is 6.8% 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 Bethel Census Area.

	Estimated Total
American Indian or Alaska Native	15,640
White	1,769
Multiracial	588
Asian	261
African American	171
Some Other Race	43
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	42

Source: US Census Bureau