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Of the 96,295 citizens living in Sherburne County in 2021, 96.3% said they were only one race, while 3.7% 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 Sherburne County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 89.9% or 86,543 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 2.9% and totaled 2,835 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Sherburne County is 0.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.6%.

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 Sherburne County.

	Estimated Total
White	86,543
Multiracial	3,529
African American	2,835
Some Other Race	1,632
Asian	1,407
American Indian or Alaska Native	349

Source: US Census Bureau