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Of the 34,995 citizens living in Becker County in 2021, 94.5% said they were only one race, while 5.5% 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 Becker County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 86.6% or 30,293 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 6% and totaled 2,102 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Becker County is 0.9% higher than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 Becker County.

	Estimated Total
White	30,293
American Indian or Alaska Native	2,102
Multiracial	1,921
Asian	243
Some Other Race	232
African American	199
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	5

Source: US Census Bureau