Northwoods Reporter

Of the 16,561 citizens living in Washburn County in 2021, 97.3% said they were only one race, while 2.7% 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 Washburn County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.4% or 15,635 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 1.2% and totaled 200 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Washburn County is 1.7% 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 Washburn County.

	Estimated Total
White	15,635
Multiracial	451
American Indian or Alaska Native	200
African American	107
Asian	89
Some Other Race	56
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	23

Source: US Census Bureau