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Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in Roseau County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 15,321 citizens living in Roseau County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 Roseau County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 90.8% or 13,918 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 2.8% and totaled 436 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Roseau County is 1.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 Roseau County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Roseau County
White [90.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Roseau County
Estimated Total
White13,918
Multiracial508
Asian436
American Indian or Alaska Native248
African American159
Some Other Race52
Source: US Census Bureau

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