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Census Bureau: 3.9% of people in Kandiyohi County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau

Of the 43,504 citizens living in Kandiyohi County in 2021, 96.1% said they were only one race, while 3.9% 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 Kandiyohi County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 84.7% or 36,838 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 5.8% and totaled 2,522 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Kandiyohi County is 0.7% lower 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 Kandiyohi County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Kandiyohi County
White [84.7%]African American [5.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Kandiyohi County
Estimated Total
White36,838
African American2,522
Some Other Race1,955
Multiracial1,705
Asian287
American Indian or Alaska Native197
Source: US Census Bureau

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