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Census Bureau: 3.3% of people in Blue Earth 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 68,575 citizens living in Blue Earth 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 Blue Earth County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 88.8% or 60,882 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 4.6% and totaled 3,148 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Blue Earth County is 1.3% 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 Blue Earth County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Blue Earth County
White [88.8%]Ethnicities < 5% [11.2%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Blue Earth County
Estimated Total
White60,882
African American3,148
Multiracial2,245
Asian1,602
Some Other Race619
American Indian or Alaska Native59
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander20
Source: US Census Bureau

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