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AIAN (U.S. Census) facts for kids

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AIAN stands for American Indian and Alaska Native Resources. It's a special term used by the United States Census Bureau. They use it to count people who are part of Native American tribes and Alaska Natives living in different areas across the United States. The Census Bureau also uses other terms, like Census-Designated Places (CDPs), to help them count populations in various states.

Native American and Alaska Native Areas in the U.S.

Across the United States, there are many special areas set aside for Native American and Alaska Native communities. These areas are often called reservations, rancherias, or tribal statistical areas. They are important because they are the homelands of many different tribes and nations. The U.S. Census Bureau counts the populations in these areas to get an accurate picture of where people live.

Alabama

In Alabama, there are several recognized Native American areas. These include places like the Poarch Creek Indian Reservation, which is a federally recognized tribal land. Other areas include:

Alaska

Alaska is home to many different Alaska Native groups. To learn more about their lands, you can look at the List of Alaska Native tribal entities.

Arizona

Arizona has 21 areas recognized by the Census Bureau as Native American and Alaska Native areas. These are home to many different tribes.

California

California has a large number of Native American areas, including reservations and rancherias. A "rancheria" is a small piece of land set aside for Native American communities, often in California. Some examples of these areas include:

There are also 8 more AIAN areas in California.

Other States with AIAN Areas

Many other states across the U.S. also have Native American and Alaska Native areas. These areas are important for the tribes living there, allowing them to maintain their cultures and traditions. Here are some examples of states and the number of AIAN areas they have:

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