East Idaho Times

Of the 47,540 citizens living in Bingham County in 2021, 94.3% said they were only one race, while 5.7% 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 Bingham County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 80.1% or 38,098 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Bingham County is the same as the state average, which stands at 5.7%.

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 Bingham County.

	Estimated Total
White	38,098
Some Other Race	3,673
American Indian or Alaska Native	2,763
Multiracial	2,694
Asian	221
African American	61
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	30

Source: US Census Bureau