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Census Bureau: 4.1% of people in Ramsey County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 11,638 citizens living in Ramsey County in 2021, 95.9% said they were only one race, while 4.1% 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 Ramsey County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82% or 9,547 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 11% and totaled 1,279 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ramsey County is 0.2% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.9%.

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 Ramsey County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Ramsey County
White [82%]American Indian or Alaska Native [11%]Ethnicities < 5% [7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Ramsey County
Estimated Total
White9,547
American Indian or Alaska Native1,279
Multiracial480
Asian178
African American75
Some Other Race66
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander13
Source: US Census Bureau

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