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Census Bureau: 4.5% of people in Ouray 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 4,850 citizens living in Ouray County in 2021, 95.5% said they were only one race, while 4.5% 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 Ouray County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.7% or 4,494 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 1.9% and totaled 94 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ouray County is 3.9% 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 Ouray County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Ouray County
White [92.7%]Ethnicities < 5% [7.3%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Ouray County
Estimated Total
White4,494
Multiracial220
African American94
American Indian or Alaska Native26
Asian8
Some Other Race6
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander2
Source: US Census Bureau

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