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Census Bureau: 11.7% of people in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 5,886 citizens living in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area in 2021, 88.3% said they were only one race, while 11.7% 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 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 46.2% or 2,718 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 40% and totaled 2,357 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area is 1.7% 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 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
White [46.2%]American Indian or Alaska Native [40%]Multiracial [11.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
Estimated Total
White2,718
American Indian or Alaska Native2,357
Multiracial687
Asian87
Some Other Race21
African American16
Source: US Census Bureau

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