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Of the 2,963 citizens living in Stanley County in 2021, 96.8% said they were only one race, while 3.2% 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 Stanley County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 91.1% or 2,698 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 3.4% and totaled 100 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Stanley County is 1.2% lower than 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 Stanley County.

	Estimated Total
White	2,698
American Indian or Alaska Native	100
Multiracial	94
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	37
African American	17
Some Other Race	17

Source: US Census Bureau