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Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Census Bureau: 4.6% of people in Michigan 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 10,062,512 citizens living in Michigan in 2021, 95.4% said they were only one race, while 4.6% 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 Michigan who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 76.7% or 7,715,291 individuals. Following them, African Americans accounted for 13.6% and totaled 1,368,177 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Michigan is lower than the national average, which stands at 7%.

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 article 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 Michigan.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Michigan
White [76.7%]African American [13.6%]Ethnicities < 5% [9.7%]

Estimated Count of Racial Groups in Michigan in 2021
Estimated Total
White7,715,291
African American1,368,177
Multiracial463,369
Asian322,218
Some Other Race142,181
American Indian or Alaska Native48,361
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander2,915
Source: US Census Bureau

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