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Census Bureau: 3.9% of people in Northwest Arctic Borough 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 7,776 citizens living in Northwest Arctic Borough 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 Northwest Arctic Borough who reported being of a single race in 2021 was American Indian or Alaska Native, comprising 82.1% or 6,386 individuals. Following them, white accounted for 11.2% and totaled 870 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Northwest Arctic Borough is 6.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 10%.

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 Northwest Arctic Borough.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Northwest Arctic Borough
American Indian or Alaska Native [82.1%]White [11.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [6.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Northwest Arctic Borough
Estimated Total
American Indian or Alaska Native6,386
White870
Multiracial306
Asian99
African American87
Some Other Race19
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander9
Source: US Census Bureau

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