Quantcast

SC Minnesota News

Sunday, November 24, 2024

Census Bureau: 2.5% of people in Sibley County identified as multiracial in 2021

Webp nickorsini300x375

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 14,948 citizens living in Sibley County in 2021, 97.5% said they were only one race, while 2.5% 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 Sibley County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.1% or 13,774 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sibley County is 2.1% 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 Sibley County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Sibley County
White [92.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Sibley County
Estimated Total
White13,774
Some Other Race521
Multiracial375
African American146
Asian68
American Indian or Alaska Native64
Source: US Census Bureau

!RECEIVE ALERTS

The next time we write about any of these orgs, we’ll email you a link to the story. You may edit your settings or unsubscribe at any time.
Sign-up

DONATE

Help support the Metric Media Foundation's mission to restore community based news.
Donate