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Census Bureau: 12.3% of people in Kodiak Island Borough 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 13,218 citizens living in Kodiak Island Borough in 2021, 87.7% said they were only one race, while 12.3% 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 Kodiak Island Borough who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 52.4% or 6,924 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 22% and totaled 2,913 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Kodiak Island Borough is 2.3% 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 Kodiak Island Borough.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Kodiak Island Borough
White [52.4%]Asian [22%]Multiracial [12.3%]American Indian or Alaska Native [11%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Kodiak Island Borough
Estimated Total
White6,924
Asian2,913
Multiracial1,620
American Indian or Alaska Native1,460
Some Other Race147
African American139
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander15
Source: US Census Bureau

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