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Of the 2,162 citizens living in Wrangell City and Borough in 2021, 87.5% said they were only one race, while 12.5% 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 Wrangell City and Borough who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 59% or 1,275 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 22.9% and totaled 495 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Wrangell City and Borough is 2.5% 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 Wrangell City and Borough.

	Estimated Total
White	1,275
American Indian or Alaska Native	495
Multiracial	271
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	45
Asian	41
Some Other Race	32
African American	3

Source: US Census Bureau