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Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Census Bureau: 6.1% of people in Ramsey County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 549,377 citizens living in Ramsey County in 2021, 93.9% said they were only one race, while 6.1% 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 Ramsey County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 63.6% or 349,363 individuals. Following them, Asian accounted for 15% and totaled 82,401 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Ramsey County is 1.5% 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 Ramsey County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Ramsey County
White [63.6%]Asian [15%]African American [12.2%]Multiracial [6.1%]Ethnicities < 5% [3.1%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Ramsey County
Estimated Total
White349,363
Asian82,401
African American66,903
Multiracial33,499
Some Other Race13,821
American Indian or Alaska Native3,246
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander144
Source: US Census Bureau