North Idaho Times

Of the 11,966 citizens living in Boundary County in 2021, 97.2% said they were only one race, while 2.8% 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 Boundary County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.5% or 10,953 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Boundary County is 2.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.7%.

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 Boundary County.

	Estimated Total
White	10,953
Multiracial	333
Some Other Race	199
American Indian or Alaska Native	171
Asian	168
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	115
African American	27

Source: US Census Bureau