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Census Bureau: 11.5% of people in La Paz County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

USCB Chief Financial Officer James T. Christy | United States Census Bureau

Of the 16,845 citizens living in La Paz County in 2021, 88.5% said they were only one race, while 11.5% 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 La Paz County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 65.9% or 11,104 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 15.1% and totaled 2,538 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in La Paz County is 1.1% higher than the state average, which stands at 10.4%.

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 La Paz County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in La Paz County
White [65.9%]American Indian or Alaska Native [15.1%]Multiracial [11.5%]Some Other Race [5.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [1.6%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in La Paz County
Estimated Total
White11,104
American Indian or Alaska Native2,538
Multiracial1,940
Some Other Race1,002
Asian152
African American103
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander6
Source: US Census Bureau

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