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Census Bureau: 2.7% of people in Traverse County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

Of the 3,362 citizens living in Traverse County in 2021, 97.3% said they were only one race, while 2.7% 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 Traverse County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 89.2% or 2,999 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 6.8% and totaled 229 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Traverse County is 1.9% 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 Traverse County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Traverse County
White [89.2%]American Indian or Alaska Native [6.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [4%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Traverse County
Estimated Total
White2,999
American Indian or Alaska Native229
Multiracial91
Some Other Race30
Asian7
African American6
Source: US Census Bureau

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