North Idaho Times

Of the 8,719 citizens living in Clearwater County in 2021, 95.5% said they were only one race, while 4.5% 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 Clearwater County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.5% or 7,982 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 1.7% and totaled 147 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Clearwater County is 1.2% 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 Clearwater County.

	Estimated Total
White	7,982
Multiracial	390
American Indian or Alaska Native	147
Some Other Race	91
Asian	54
African American	28
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	27

Source: US Census Bureau