Census Bureau: 3.1% of people in Sargent County identified as multiracial in 2021

USCB Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs Delborah M.Tempowski | United States Census Bureau

By Fargo Standard

Dec 1, 2023

Of the 3,839 citizens living in Sargent County in 2021, 96.9% said they were only one race, while 3.1% 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 Sargent County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 92.9% or 3,568 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.2% and totaled 84 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sargent County is 0.8% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.9%.

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 Sargent County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Sargent County

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Sargent County

	Estimated Total
White	3,568
Multiracial	118
African American	84
Some Other Race	39
American Indian or Alaska Native	22
Asian	8

Source: US Census Bureau

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