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Blaine County – Ancestry

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Ancestry refers to the lineage or descent of a person, family, or group, tracing back through generations to identify their origins, heritage, and familial connections. It encompasses the genetic, cultural, and historical ties that link individuals to their forebears, shaping their identity and sense of belonging. Ancestry is a multifaceted concept, intertwining biology, genealogy, history, and culture, and it plays a significant role in how people understand themselves and their place in the world.

At its core, ancestry is rooted in genetics. Each individual inherits a unique combination of DNA from their parents, who in turn inherited their DNA from their own ancestors. This genetic material carries information about physical traits, predispositions to certain health conditions, and even behavioral tendencies. Advances in genetic testing, such as DNA analysis, have made it possible for individuals to trace their biological ancestry with remarkable precision. Companies like 23andMe and AncestryDNA offer services that analyze genetic markers to provide insights into a person's ethnic composition and geographic origins, often revealing surprising connections to distant relatives or previously unknown heritage.

Beyond genetics, ancestry is deeply tied to genealogy, the study of family history and lineage. Genealogical research involves constructing family trees, documenting relationships, and uncovering historical records such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, census data, and immigration documents. This process often reveals stories of migration, resilience, and adaptation, offering a window into the lives of ancestors and the challenges they faced. For many, genealogy is a way to honor their forebears and preserve their legacy for future generations.

Cultural ancestry is another critical dimension, encompassing the traditions, languages, customs, and values passed down through generations. It connects individuals to their ethnic or national heritage, shaping their cultural identity and worldview. For example, someone with Irish ancestry might celebrate St. Patrick's Day, learn traditional Irish dance, or explore the Gaelic language, while someone with Japanese ancestry might practice tea ceremonies, study calligraphy, or observe Obon festivals. Cultural ancestry fosters a sense of continuity and belonging, linking individuals to a broader community with shared experiences and values.

Historical ancestry delves into the broader context of a family's or group's past, including significant events, social conditions, and historical movements that shaped their lives. For instance, the transatlantic slave trade, the Irish Potato Famine, or the Jewish diaspora have profoundly influenced the ancestry of millions of people, leaving lasting imprints on their descendants' identities. Understanding historical ancestry often involves grappling with complex narratives of triumph and tragedy, resilience and oppression, and the interplay of individual and collective experiences.

Ancestry also has a deeply personal and emotional dimension. For many, exploring their ancestry is a journey of self-discovery, offering insights into who they are and where they come from. It can foster a sense of pride, connection, and continuity, as well as a deeper appreciation for the struggles and achievements of those who came before. At the same time, it can raise questions about identity, belonging, and the complexities of heritage, particularly for individuals with mixed or multicultural backgrounds.

In a globalized world, ancestry serves as a bridge between the past and the present, connecting individuals to their roots while also highlighting the interconnectedness of human history. It underscores the diversity and richness of human experience, reminding us that every person's story is part of a larger tapestry woven over centuries. Whether through genetic testing, genealogical research, cultural practices, or historical exploration, ancestry offers a profound way to understand ourselves and our place in the world.

A diversification score measures the diversity of ancestries in the county. As the value appoaches 100, ancestry diversity decreases and therefore increasing the risk of a lack of cultural diversity. The ancestry diversification score for this county is:

15.83

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

Mexican

 
Ancestry Report Part I
DescriptionTotal Population American Native American Hawaiian Carribean Mexican Central American South American Other Hispanic British Dutch French German Italian

Blaine County25,9551,1154017754,3742233404591,6272293002,057498
Idaho (in 000's)1,99710219392118822243203020636
National (in 000's)340,98116,5892,16560710,91237,9175,6004,1394,87718,3212,0964,23427,00610,025
Bingham County51,2553,7502,91340197,521783358957,5542334782,560353
Elmore County30,0831,253228955164,043191735022,5682926072,713560
Cassia County25,9721,83414435286,517260277183,2831061851,469142
Minidoka County22,9181,55511211487,08310371,0091,671702301,386141
Power County8,2403681851022,46300312764429053390
Lincoln County5,485290194531,575162122393367220925
Custer County4,491145371084530298444363597165
Butte County2,6792071830135018518142516677
Camas County1,2401020001130015857131087
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Blaine County15.834.300.150.070.2916.850.861.311.776.270.881.167.931.92
Idaho11.395.120.950.170.4710.590.400.421.1212.180.991.5010.301.79
National10.644.870.640.183.2011.121.641.211.435.370.611.247.922.94
Bingham County12.317.325.680.080.0414.670.150.651.7514.740.450.934.990.69
Elmore County11.774.170.760.321.7213.440.630.241.678.540.972.029.021.86
Cassia County15.107.060.550.130.1125.091.000.102.7612.640.410.715.660.55
Minidoka County18.086.790.490.050.2130.910.040.164.407.290.311.006.050.62
Power County16.344.472.250.120.0229.890.000.003.799.270.511.096.471.09
Lincoln County18.605.290.350.070.9728.710.290.042.227.160.661.313.810.46
Custer County13.643.230.820.020.001.871.180.000.6518.790.961.4013.293.67
Butte County14.847.730.670.110.005.040.000.040.3019.340.520.936.202.87
Camas County19.958.230.000.000.009.110.000.001.216.850.561.058.710.56
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Blaine County 83.9416.1739.3061.99159.18215.99315.49158.5751.4788.7177.0676.95107.26
Idaho 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 95.0666.63106.72686.50105.03412.84292.34128.2544.1261.8182.7976.90164.35
Bingham County 142.96596.3446.827.95138.6038.26157.41156.57121.0245.7162.1748.4938.50
Elmore County 81.3979.52189.47367.96126.94159.6158.44149.6370.1097.60134.5287.56104.06
Cassia County 137.9858.1880.8623.13237.01251.6625.04247.88103.8041.0447.4954.9230.56
Minidoka County 132.5851.2828.8044.93291.9210.9738.88394.7759.8730.7166.9158.7234.39
Power County 87.26235.5872.815.21282.330.000.00339.5176.1351.2572.8262.8061.06
Lincoln County 103.3136.3543.76207.29271.2273.338.78199.4458.8365.9987.5137.0025.48
Custer County 63.0986.4513.360.0017.67296.670.0057.90154.3296.2793.52129.07205.39
Butte County 150.9870.5067.190.0047.600.008.9926.78158.7752.5462.2160.16160.67
Camas County 160.730.000.000.0086.070.000.00108.4756.2956.7669.8984.5631.56
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Blaine County 88.3024.2736.829.03151.5552.32107.92123.64116.67143.5393.08100.0765.26
Idaho 105.19150.0893.7014.5795.2124.2234.2177.97226.66161.80120.79130.0460.84
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Bingham County 150.38895.0143.871.16131.969.2753.84122.09274.3073.9575.1063.0623.43
Elmore County 85.61119.35177.5453.60120.8638.6619.99116.67158.88157.91162.48113.8763.32
Cassia County 145.1587.3175.763.37225.6560.968.56193.28235.2666.4057.3671.4218.60
Minidoka County 139.4676.9626.986.54277.932.6613.30307.82135.7049.6980.8176.3620.93
Power County 91.80353.5768.230.76268.800.000.00264.73172.5782.9287.9581.6737.15
Lincoln County 108.6754.5541.0030.19258.2317.763.00155.51133.35106.77105.7048.1115.50
Custer County 66.36129.7412.520.0016.8271.860.0045.15349.77155.76112.96167.84124.97
Butte County 158.82105.8162.960.0045.320.003.0820.88359.8785.0175.1578.2497.76
Camas County 169.080.000.000.0081.950.000.0084.58127.5891.8484.42109.9719.20
 
Ancestry Report Part II
DescriptionTotal Population Polish Scandi­navian Scotish Irish Other European Chinese Japanese Korean South Central Asian South East Asian Other Asian Middle Eastern Other Ancestry Unknown

Blaine County25,955971,1261,6267106232040399408,2092,611
Idaho (in 000's)1,99713105147715325855315396
National (in 000's)340,9815,2116,56222,89210,8864,3408331,7585,3296,0541,4412,14472,84556,198
Bingham County51,2551322,6531,9261,309187727132134608,8039,453
Elmore County30,0832211,0902,1406871935181241953156,3445,146
Cassia County25,97246969824419231451254645,2903,558
Minidoka County22,91864483721289030073205,4032,553
Power County8,2401122038416502000701,677915
Lincoln County5,485714522674011006001,493707
Custer County4,4912629843714000000904771,043
Butte County2,679211541291780000020282741
Camas County1,24075855121110100475179
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Blaine County15.830.374.346.262.740.240.120.000.150.150.030.1531.6310.06
Idaho11.390.645.247.383.580.230.140.120.230.400.230.2315.7819.82
National10.641.531.926.713.191.270.240.521.561.780.420.6321.3616.48
Bingham County12.310.265.183.762.550.040.150.050.030.040.070.1217.1718.44
Elmore County11.770.733.627.112.280.640.170.270.011.390.180.0521.0917.11
Cassia County15.100.183.733.171.610.090.050.020.000.100.180.0220.3713.70
Minidoka County18.080.282.113.151.260.000.010.000.000.030.140.0023.5811.14
Power County16.340.132.674.662.000.000.020.000.000.000.080.0020.3511.10
Lincoln County18.600.132.644.121.350.000.200.000.000.110.000.0027.2212.89
Custer County13.640.586.649.733.120.000.000.000.000.000.200.0010.6223.22
Butte County14.840.785.754.826.640.000.000.000.000.000.070.0010.5327.66
Camas County19.950.564.684.440.970.080.080.080.000.080.000.0038.3114.44
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Blaine County 58.4182.7684.9176.40101.7989.650.0067.5437.2715.1866.59200.4750.75
Idaho 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 238.8636.7191.0089.17542.35177.72442.74684.89440.42185.03271.73135.4183.14
Bingham County 40.2598.7550.9371.3314.96109.2445.2411.1210.1629.0350.58108.8693.04
Elmore County 114.8369.1296.4263.78273.38123.28231.242.91345.4877.1121.55133.6686.29
Cassia County 27.6871.1843.0045.0637.7439.2016.531.6923.8877.526.65129.1069.11
Minidoka County 43.6540.2142.6435.220.009.520.000.007.5861.110.00149.4356.20
Power County 20.8750.9463.1755.930.0017.650.000.000.0037.180.00129.0056.02
Lincoln County 19.9550.4355.8537.680.00145.830.000.0027.130.000.00172.5365.02
Custer County 90.49126.59131.8987.060.000.000.000.000.0087.710.0067.32117.16
Butte County 122.52109.6765.27185.570.000.000.000.000.0032.680.0066.72139.53
Camas County 88.2489.2360.1227.0334.3658.6469.260.0020.000.000.00242.8072.82
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Blaine County 24.46225.4493.3185.6818.7750.450.009.868.468.2024.51148.0561.04
Idaho 41.87272.39109.89112.1518.4456.2722.5914.6022.7154.0536.8073.85120.28
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Bingham County 16.85268.9855.9779.992.7661.4710.221.622.3115.6918.6280.39111.90
Elmore County 48.07188.29105.9671.5350.4169.3752.230.4378.4441.687.9398.71103.79
Cassia County 11.59193.8847.2650.536.9622.063.730.255.4241.902.4595.3483.12
Minidoka County 18.27109.5246.8639.500.005.360.000.001.7233.030.00110.3567.59
Power County 8.74138.7469.4162.720.009.930.000.000.0020.100.0095.2767.38
Lincoln County 8.35137.3861.3742.260.0082.060.000.006.160.000.00127.4178.21
Custer County 37.88344.82144.9497.640.000.000.000.000.0047.410.0049.72140.91
Butte County 51.29298.7271.72208.110.000.000.000.000.0017.660.0049.27167.82
Camas County 36.94243.0766.0730.316.3433.0015.640.004.540.000.00179.3187.59


Sources: STI: PopStats