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Census Bureau: 4.8% of people in Wadena 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 14,009 citizens living in Wadena County in 2021, 95.2% said they were only one race, while 4.8% 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 Wadena County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.8% or 13,000 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 0.9% and totaled 128 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Wadena County is 0.2% higher 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 Wadena County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Wadena County
White [92.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Wadena County
Estimated Total
White13,000
Multiracial671
African American128
American Indian or Alaska Native87
Some Other Race62
Asian61
Source: US Census Bureau

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