Yellowstone Times

Of the 17,072 citizens living in Park County in 2021, 96.2% said they were only one race, while 3.8% 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 Park County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 94.4% or 16,113 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 0.7% and totaled 116 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Park County is 0.7% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.5%.

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 Park County.

	Estimated Total
White	16,113
Multiracial	656
American Indian or Alaska Native	116
African American	64
Asian	62
Some Other Race	50
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	11

Source: US Census Bureau