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Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Census Bureau: 11.2% of people in Golden Valley 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 820 citizens living in Golden Valley County in 2021, 88.8% said they were only one race, while 11.2% 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 Golden Valley County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86.5% or 709 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.1% and totaled nine individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Golden Valley County is 6.7% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.5%.

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 Golden Valley County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Golden Valley County
White [86.5%]Multiracial [11.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Golden Valley County
Estimated Total
White709
Multiracial92
African American9
American Indian or Alaska Native6
Some Other Race4
Source: US Census Bureau

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