Nebraska Panhandle News

Of the 9,575 citizens living in Cheyenne County in 2021, 96.4% said they were only one race, while 3.6% 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 Cheyenne County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 93.1% or 8,911 individuals. Following them, American Indian or Alaska Native accounted for 0.9% and totaled 89 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Cheyenne County is 1.5% lower than the state average, which stands at 5.1%.

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 Cheyenne County.

	Estimated Total
White	8,911
Multiracial	348
American Indian or Alaska Native	89
African American	78
Asian	62
Some Other Race	51
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	36

Source: US Census Bureau