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Sunday, September 29, 2024

Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in San Juan County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau

Of the 14,610 citizens living in San Juan County in 2021, 96.7% said they were only one race, while 3.3% 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 San Juan County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 48.1% or 7,032 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 47.2% and totaled 6,893 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in San Juan County is 2.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.6%.

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 San Juan County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in San Juan County
White [48.1%]American Indian or Alaska Native [47.2%]Ethnicities < 5% [4.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in San Juan County
Estimated Total
White7,032
American Indian or Alaska Native6,893
Multiracial487
Some Other Race118
African American45
Asian35
Source: US Census Bureau