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Census Bureau: 2.8% of people in Charlevoix County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau

Of the 26,109 citizens living in Charlevoix County in 2021, 97.2% said they were only one race, while 2.8% 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 Charlevoix County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.5% or 24,674 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 1.2% and totaled 318 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Charlevoix County is 1.8% 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 Charlevoix County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Charlevoix County
White [94.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Charlevoix County
Estimated Total
White24,674
Multiracial739
American Indian or Alaska Native318
Some Other Race129
African American124
Asian116
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander9
Source: US Census Bureau

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