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Census Bureau: 4.3% of people in Montezuma County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 25,916 citizens living in Montezuma County in 2021, 95.7% said they were only one race, while 4.3% 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 Montezuma County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 79.2% or 20,520 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 12.1% and totaled 3,145 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Montezuma County is 4.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 8.4%.

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 Montezuma County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Montezuma County
White [79.2%]American Indian or Alaska Native [12.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [8.7%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Montezuma County
Estimated Total
White20,520
American Indian or Alaska Native3,145
Multiracial1,127
Some Other Race694
African American257
Asian173
Source: US Census Bureau

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