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Saturday, September 21, 2024

Census Bureau: 5.7% of people in Lewis County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Research and Methodology Dr. Sallie A. Keller | United States Census Bureau

Of the 3,613 citizens living in Lewis County in 2021, 94.3% said they were only one race, while 5.7% 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 Lewis County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 82.3% or 2,975 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 5.8% and totaled 211 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Lewis County is the same as 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 Lewis County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Lewis County
White [82.3%]American Indian or Alaska Native [5.8%]Multiracial [5.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Lewis County
Estimated Total
White2,975
American Indian or Alaska Native211
Multiracial207
Some Other Race136
Asian45
African American39
Source: US Census Bureau

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