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Banner 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:

17.26

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

German

 
Ancestry Report Part I
DescriptionTotal Population American Native American Hawaiian Caribbean (Latino) Mexican Central American South American Other Hispanic African American Sub- Saharan Caribbean (Black)

Banner County6893340038300000
Nebraska (in 000's)2,024601511517436612562513
National (in 000's)343,25113,8902,21362611,32738,8796,1814,6443,68725,8937,8527,174
Laramie County102,4594,26454013444712,6371886712,0081,358452374
Scotts Bluff County35,6531,00140325967,488811254931593615
Goshen County12,552581900228826414210835446
Cheyenne County9,51437420073636425033793
Morrill County4,479157360061000211011
Kimball County3,359109300426385214193
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Banner County17.264.790.580.000.005.520.440.000.000.000.000.00
Nebraska11.142.980.730.060.738.621.760.300.572.781.230.64
National7.834.050.640.183.3011.331.801.351.077.542.292.09
Laramie County10.754.160.530.130.4412.330.180.651.961.330.440.37
Scotts Bluff County14.242.811.130.070.2721.000.230.351.380.450.100.04
Goshen County12.524.630.720.000.187.030.511.130.860.280.350.05
Cheyenne County15.493.930.210.000.776.680.040.020.530.350.830.03
Morrill County15.803.510.800.000.0013.620.000.000.470.220.020.02
Kimball County14.533.250.890.000.127.830.240.150.630.120.570.09
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Banner County 160.4679.990.000.0064.0124.730.000.000.000.000.00
Nebraska 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 135.5788.84282.31451.82131.47102.26450.21188.94271.18186.24325.46
Laramie County 139.4272.61202.3359.73143.1510.42217.92344.7547.6535.9256.84
Scotts Bluff County 94.06155.73108.4836.87243.7712.90116.67243.2416.038.226.55
Goshen County 155.0798.790.0024.0081.5628.95376.45151.3610.0228.547.44
Cheyenne County 131.7028.960.00105.0677.592.397.0092.4512.4767.604.91
Morrill County 117.43110.740.000.00158.070.000.0082.488.031.823.48
Kimball County 108.71123.050.0016.3090.8813.5249.53109.984.2846.0513.91
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Banner County 118.3690.040.000.0048.6924.180.000.000.000.000.00
Nebraska 73.76112.5735.4222.1376.0797.7922.2152.9336.8853.6930.73
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Laramie County 102.8481.7471.6713.22108.8910.1948.40182.4617.5719.2917.46
Scotts Bluff County 69.38175.3038.438.16185.4312.6225.91128.745.914.412.01
Goshen County 114.38111.200.005.3162.0428.3183.6280.113.7015.322.29
Cheyenne County 97.1432.600.0023.2559.022.331.5548.934.6036.301.51
Morrill County 86.62124.650.000.00120.240.000.0043.652.960.981.07
Kimball County 80.19138.510.003.6169.1313.2311.0058.211.5824.734.27
 
Ancestry Report Part II
DescriptionTotal Population Canadian British Dutch French German Italian Polish Scandi­navian Scotish/ Irish Spanish Other European

Banner County6890698713913475908
Nebraska (in 000's)2,02441081619425283490145590
National (in 000's)343,2511,35018,0691,8283,64224,7089,0274,6675,96920,6251,1409,563
Laramie County102,4593047,8907931,51612,6701,4779684,4028,7831,8523,130
Scotts Bluff County35,6531521,8902872967,1362591489832,226100943
Goshen County12,552121,1481151112,6791461096841,295173318
Cheyenne County9,51417580861172,56815810340673968339
Morrill County4,47919206212998029361782596129
Kimball County3,3590230314369419352482941099
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Banner County17.260.0010.011.161.0220.170.150.446.828.560.001.16
Nebraska11.140.215.350.770.9520.981.361.704.457.160.244.43
National7.830.395.260.531.067.202.631.361.746.010.332.79
Laramie County10.750.307.700.771.4812.371.440.944.308.571.813.05
Scotts Bluff County14.240.435.300.800.8320.020.730.422.766.240.282.64
Goshen County12.520.109.150.920.8821.341.160.875.4510.321.382.53
Cheyenne County15.490.186.100.901.2326.991.661.084.277.770.713.56
Morrill County15.800.424.600.470.6521.880.650.803.975.780.132.88
Kimball County14.530.006.850.921.2820.660.571.047.388.750.302.95
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Banner County 0.00187.09150.14106.6396.1610.6725.57153.22119.650.0026.20
Nebraska 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 190.6498.3468.86111.3534.31193.2979.8439.0683.95137.5262.88
Laramie County 143.80143.87100.08155.2958.94105.9555.4896.50119.77748.2868.94
Scotts Bluff County 206.6399.04104.0987.1395.4053.3924.3861.9387.24116.1159.69
Goshen County 46.34170.87118.4792.81101.7385.4951.00122.40144.15570.5757.17
Cheyenne County 86.60113.89116.88129.07128.65122.0663.5895.85108.53295.8880.41
Morrill County 205.6085.9260.6367.95104.2947.5947.2089.2680.7955.4665.00
Kimball County 0.00127.92119.34134.3698.4841.5761.19165.84122.29123.2466.51
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Banner County 0.00190.24218.0395.76280.265.5232.03392.30142.510.0041.67
Nebraska 52.45101.68145.2289.81291.4651.74125.25256.03119.1172.72159.05
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Laramie County 75.43146.29145.33139.46171.7954.8169.49247.08142.66544.13109.65
Scotts Bluff County 108.39100.70151.1678.25278.0627.6230.53158.56103.9184.4394.93
Goshen County 24.31173.74172.0483.35296.5044.2363.87313.39171.70414.9190.93
Cheyenne County 45.43115.81169.74115.91374.9863.1579.63245.42129.27215.16127.89
Morrill County 107.8587.3788.0461.03303.9624.6259.12228.5596.2440.33103.37
Kimball County 0.00130.08173.30120.66287.0321.5176.64424.60145.6789.62105.78
 
Ancestry Report Part III
DescriptionTotal Population Chinese Filipino Japanese Korean Vietnamese South Central Asian South East Asian Other Asian Middle Eastern Other Ancestry Unknown

Banner County68900050000048217
Nebraska (in 000's)2,02465239131147218369
National (in 000's)343,2514,4613,0107931,5411,9135,4521,6431,2291,93147,32251,000
Laramie County102,459158346122161381721304310814,41319,910
Scotts Bluff County35,65344726111631517134,8886,163
Goshen County12,55200000002481,2942,462
Cheyenne County9,5140421000150257242,261
Morrill County4,479100000230015641,153
Kimball County3,3593011000004292880
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Banner County17.260.000.000.000.730.000.000.000.000.006.9731.49
Nebraska11.140.300.230.080.140.450.630.530.220.3610.7918.25
National7.831.300.880.230.450.561.590.480.360.5613.7914.86
Laramie County10.750.150.340.120.160.040.170.130.040.1114.0719.43
Scotts Bluff County14.240.120.200.170.030.020.090.010.050.0413.7117.29
Goshen County12.520.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.190.0610.3119.61
Cheyenne County15.490.000.440.110.000.000.160.000.020.057.6123.76
Morrill County15.800.220.000.000.000.000.510.000.000.0212.5925.74
Kimball County14.530.090.000.330.000.000.000.000.000.128.6926.20
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Banner County 0.000.000.00503.230.000.000.000.000.0064.54172.56
Nebraska 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 438.08375.19283.27311.39125.00250.7690.85162.65157.29127.7281.41
Laramie County 51.98144.47146.03108.978.3226.5024.0819.0629.48130.32106.47
Scotts Bluff County 41.6086.39209.8221.403.7713.732.6621.6510.20127.0194.71
Goshen County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.0086.8317.8295.50107.47
Cheyenne County 0.00188.85128.900.000.0024.890.009.5514.7070.50130.21
Morrill County 75.260.000.000.000.0081.070.000.006.24116.65141.05
Kimball County 30.110.00401.610.000.000.000.000.0033.3080.53143.54
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Banner County 0.000.000.00161.610.000.000.000.000.0050.53211.97
Nebraska 22.8326.6535.3032.1180.0039.88110.0761.4863.5878.30122.84
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Laramie County 11.8738.5151.5534.996.6610.5726.5111.7218.74102.04130.79
Scotts Bluff County 9.5023.0374.076.873.025.472.9313.316.4899.45116.34
Goshen County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.0053.3811.3374.78132.01
Cheyenne County 0.0050.3445.500.000.009.930.005.879.3455.20159.95
Morrill County 17.180.000.000.000.0032.330.000.003.9791.34173.26
Kimball County 6.870.00141.770.000.000.000.000.0021.1763.06176.32


Sources: STI: PopStats, Circa April 2025