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Thursday, January 30, 2025

Census Bureau: 4.4% of people in Shawano County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

USCB Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer | United States Census Bureau

Of the 40,836 citizens living in Shawano County in 2021, 95.6% said they were only one race, while 4.4% 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 Shawano County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 87.2% or 35,614 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 6.9% and totaled 2,813 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Shawano County is the same as the state average, which stands at 4.4%.

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 Shawano County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Shawano County
White [87.2%]American Indian or Alaska Native [6.9%]Ethnicities < 5% [5.9%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Shawano County
Estimated Total
White35,614
American Indian or Alaska Native2,813
Multiracial1,806
Asian230
African American219
Some Other Race154
Source: US Census Bureau