North Idaho Times

Of the 16,494 citizens living in Idaho County in 2021, 97.5% said they were only one race, while 2.5% 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 Idaho County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.8% or 15,305 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 3.4% and totaled 561 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Idaho County is 3.2% 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 Idaho County.

	Estimated Total
White	15,305
American Indian or Alaska Native	561
Multiracial	406
Some Other Race	117
Asian	79
African American	22
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	4

Source: US Census Bureau