Ancestry for Hood River County, OR

Hood River County – Ancestry

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.

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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:

15.85

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

Mexican

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

Hood River County	24,159	896	135	32	21	6,711	53	225	87	96	20	8
Oregon (in 000's)	4,307	155	40	18	26	495	34	21	29	46	21	12
National (in 000's)	343,251	13,890	2,213	626	11,327	38,879	6,181	4,644	3,687	25,893	7,852	7,174
Multnomah County	812,664	21,733	5,172	5,016	7,640	77,392	8,250	5,697	5,412	25,983	10,710	6,629
Clackamas County	426,797	16,562	2,129	1,003	2,041	31,740	2,716	2,454	1,948	2,495	1,177	722
Wasco County	26,569	1,235	959	147	41	4,580	184	13	259	64	36	10
Klickitat County	24,087	1,497	454	32	64	2,747	152	72	98	91	13	20
Skamania County	12,584	789	175	28	7	748	3	17	49	16	10	31

Per Cent to Total Population	Diversity Index

Hood River County	15.85	3.71	0.56	0.13	0.09	27.78	0.22	0.93	0.36	0.40	0.08	0.03
Oregon	9.90	3.60	0.93	0.41	0.61	11.48	0.79	0.49	0.67	1.07	0.48	0.28
National	7.83	4.05	0.64	0.18	3.30	11.33	1.80	1.35	1.07	7.54	2.29	2.09
Multnomah County	8.56	2.67	0.64	0.62	0.94	9.52	1.02	0.70	0.67	3.20	1.32	0.82
Clackamas County	9.82	3.88	0.50	0.24	0.48	7.44	0.64	0.57	0.46	0.58	0.28	0.17
Wasco County	12.19	4.65	3.61	0.55	0.15	17.24	0.69	0.05	0.97	0.24	0.14	0.04
Klickitat County	10.71	6.21	1.88	0.13	0.27	11.40	0.63	0.30	0.41	0.38	0.05	0.08
Skamania County	11.47	6.27	1.39	0.22	0.06	5.94	0.02	0.14	0.39	0.13	0.08	0.25

Comparisons to State Norms	% to Total >= 150%		% to Total < 50%

Hood River County		102.89	60.02	32.53	14.24	241.92	27.68	189.76	53.86	37.01	17.23	12.02
Oregon		100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00
National		112.26	69.26	44.81	540.69	98.64	227.22	275.67	160.63	702.51	476.15	758.95
Multnomah County		74.19	68.36	151.57	154.04	82.94	128.09	142.84	99.59	297.75	274.32	296.20
Clackamas County		107.65	53.58	57.71	78.35	64.77	80.30	117.16	68.26	54.44	57.40	61.43
Wasco County		128.95	387.72	135.87	25.28	150.12	87.38	9.97	145.78	22.43	28.20	13.67
Klickitat County		172.41	202.46	32.62	43.54	99.32	79.62	60.91	60.85	35.18	11.23	30.15
Skamania County		173.94	149.38	54.64	9.11	51.77	3.01	27.53	58.23	11.84	16.54	89.45

Comparisons to National Norms	% to Total >= 150%		% to Total < 50%

Hood River County		91.65	86.66	72.58	2.63	245.25	12.18	68.84	33.53	5.27	3.62	1.58
Oregon		89.08	144.38	223.15	18.49	101.38	44.01	36.27	62.26	14.23	21.00	13.18
National		100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00
Multnomah County		66.09	98.70	338.24	28.49	84.08	56.37	51.81	62.00	42.38	57.61	39.03
Clackamas County		95.89	77.36	128.78	14.49	65.66	35.34	42.50	42.49	7.75	12.06	8.09
Wasco County		114.87	559.79	303.19	4.68	152.19	38.46	3.62	90.76	3.19	5.92	1.80
Klickitat County		153.58	292.32	72.80	8.05	100.69	35.04	22.09	37.88	5.01	2.36	3.97
Skamania County		154.94	215.68	121.93	1.69	52.48	1.32	9.98	36.25	1.69	3.47	11.79

Ancestry Report Part II
Description	Total Population	Canadian	British	Dutch	French	German	Italian	Polish	Scandinavian	Scotish/ Irish	Spanish	Other European

Hood River County	24,159	131	1,709	72	160	1,788	276	118	759	1,257	7	648
Oregon (in 000's)	4,307	20	347	37	59	415	80	36	199	336	23	192
National (in 000's)	343,251	1,350	18,069	1,828	3,642	24,708	9,027	4,667	5,969	20,625	1,140	9,563
Multnomah County	812,664	3,466	55,848	5,823	10,219	66,283	16,795	7,941	35,979	59,483	3,640	45,930
Clackamas County	426,797	1,687	37,552	4,073	6,372	50,178	8,979	4,235	23,171	35,887	2,512	23,310
Wasco County	26,569	89	1,849	194	262	2,132	290	132	1,253	1,925	166	683
Klickitat County	24,087	136	1,963	260	324	2,914	189	161	1,584	1,883	72	1,142
Skamania County	12,584	21	1,370	125	166	1,411	205	100	819	1,507	50	530

Per Cent to Total Population	Diversity Index

Hood River County	15.85	0.54	7.07	0.30	0.66	7.40	1.14	0.49	3.14	5.20	0.03	2.68
Oregon	9.90	0.47	8.06	0.87	1.37	9.64	1.86	0.84	4.61	7.79	0.54	4.47
National	7.83	0.39	5.26	0.53	1.06	7.20	2.63	1.36	1.74	6.01	0.33	2.79
Multnomah County	8.56	0.43	6.87	0.72	1.26	8.16	2.07	0.98	4.43	7.32	0.45	5.65
Clackamas County	9.82	0.40	8.80	0.95	1.49	11.76	2.10	0.99	5.43	8.41	0.59	5.46
Wasco County	12.19	0.33	6.96	0.73	0.99	8.02	1.09	0.50	4.72	7.25	0.62	2.57
Klickitat County	10.71	0.56	8.15	1.08	1.35	12.10	0.78	0.67	6.58	7.82	0.30	4.74
Skamania County	11.47	0.17	10.89	0.99	1.32	11.21	1.63	0.79	6.51	11.98	0.40	4.21

Comparisons to State Norms	% to Total >= 150%		% to Total < 50%

Hood River County		116.12	87.72	34.40	48.31	76.79	61.43	58.20	68.10	66.78	5.41	60.05
Oregon		100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00
National		84.23	65.28	61.47	77.39	74.69	141.41	161.99	37.69	77.12	62.04	62.38
Multnomah County		91.33	85.22	82.70	91.73	84.63	111.12	116.43	95.96	93.94	83.65	126.54
Clackamas County		84.64	109.11	110.15	108.91	121.99	113.12	118.23	117.68	107.92	109.92	122.28
Wasco County		71.73	86.30	84.28	71.93	83.26	58.69	59.19	102.22	92.99	116.69	57.56
Klickitat County		120.91	101.06	124.58	98.12	125.53	42.19	79.64	142.54	100.34	55.83	106.15
Skamania County		35.74	135.00	114.65	96.23	116.34	87.59	94.68	141.07	153.70	74.21	94.30

Comparisons to National Norms	% to Total >= 150%		% to Total < 50%

Hood River County		137.85	134.38	55.96	62.42	102.82	43.44	35.92	180.68	86.59	8.72	96.27
Oregon		118.72	153.19	162.69	129.21	133.89	70.72	61.73	265.32	129.67	161.18	160.31
National		100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00
Multnomah County		108.43	130.55	134.55	118.52	113.31	78.58	71.87	254.61	121.82	134.84	202.85
Clackamas County		100.49	167.14	179.20	140.72	163.33	79.99	72.98	312.22	139.94	177.18	196.03
Wasco County		85.16	132.20	137.11	92.94	111.48	41.50	36.54	271.22	120.58	188.08	92.27
Klickitat County		143.54	154.82	202.69	126.78	168.07	29.84	49.16	378.19	130.10	89.98	170.17
Skamania County		42.43	206.82	186.52	124.33	155.77	61.94	58.45	374.29	199.30	119.61	151.17

Ancestry Report Part III
Description	Total Population	Chinese	Filipino	Japanese	Korean	Vietnamese	South Central Asian	South East Asian	Other Asian	Middle Eastern	Other Ancestry	Unknown

Hood River County	24,159	72	40	122	65	0	1	3	27	82	5,059	3,479
Oregon (in 000's)	4,307	42	23	14	17	31	32	21	14	20	685	767
National (in 000's)	343,251	4,461	3,010	793	1,541	1,913	5,452	1,643	1,229	1,931	47,322	51,000
Multnomah County	812,664	14,251	5,503	3,550	2,876	15,259	4,517	9,667	4,960	6,099	148,250	106,691
Clackamas County	426,797	5,551	2,497	1,396	2,477	3,756	2,013	1,903	1,650	2,369	59,896	80,346
Wasco County	26,569	42	86	5	51	0	11	24	12	31	4,411	5,393
Klickitat County	24,087	17	47	41	5	59	8	5	1	40	3,710	4,286
Skamania County	12,584	51	38	20	15	0	0	6	14	13	1,525	2,725

Per Cent to Total Population	Diversity Index

Hood River County	15.85	0.30	0.17	0.50	0.27	0.00	0.00	0.01	0.11	0.34	20.94	14.40
Oregon	9.90	0.98	0.53	0.33	0.39	0.72	0.73	0.49	0.32	0.47	15.90	17.82
National	7.83	1.30	0.88	0.23	0.45	0.56	1.59	0.48	0.36	0.56	13.79	14.86
Multnomah County	8.56	1.75	0.68	0.44	0.35	1.88	0.56	1.19	0.61	0.75	18.24	13.13
Clackamas County	9.82	1.30	0.59	0.33	0.58	0.88	0.47	0.45	0.39	0.56	14.03	18.83
Wasco County	12.19	0.16	0.32	0.02	0.19	0.00	0.04	0.09	0.05	0.12	16.60	20.30
Klickitat County	10.71	0.07	0.20	0.17	0.02	0.24	0.03	0.02	0.00	0.17	15.40	17.79
Skamania County	11.47	0.41	0.30	0.16	0.12	0.00	0.00	0.05	0.11	0.10	12.12	21.65

Comparisons to State Norms	% to Total >= 150%		% to Total < 50%

Hood River County		30.46	31.07	155.03	68.89	0.00	0.57	2.54	35.26	72.95	131.72	80.81
Oregon		100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00
National		132.83	164.59	70.91	114.97	77.16	216.96	98.07	112.99	120.89	86.72	83.37
Multnomah County		179.22	127.09	134.11	90.61	259.98	75.92	243.73	192.55	161.31	114.75	73.67
Clackamas County		132.93	109.80	100.42	148.60	121.85	64.43	91.36	121.96	119.30	88.28	105.64
Wasco County		16.16	60.75	5.78	49.15	0.00	5.66	18.51	14.25	25.08	104.43	113.90
Klickitat County		7.21	36.62	52.26	5.31	33.92	4.54	4.25	1.31	35.69	96.89	99.85
Skamania County		41.42	56.67	48.79	30.52	0.00	0.00	9.77	35.10	22.20	76.23	121.51

Comparisons to National Norms	% to Total >= 150%		% to Total < 50%

Hood River County		22.93	18.88	218.62	59.92	0.00	0.26	2.59	31.20	60.35	151.89	96.92
Oregon		75.29	60.76	141.02	86.98	129.60	46.09	101.97	88.50	82.72	115.31	119.94
National		100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00	100.00
Multnomah County		134.93	77.21	189.12	78.81	336.93	34.99	248.53	170.41	133.43	132.32	88.36
Clackamas County		100.08	66.71	141.61	129.25	157.92	29.70	93.16	107.94	98.68	101.79	126.70
Wasco County		12.16	36.91	8.15	42.75	0.00	2.61	18.87	12.61	20.74	120.42	136.61
Klickitat County		5.43	22.25	73.69	4.62	43.95	2.09	4.34	1.16	29.52	111.72	119.76
Skamania County		31.18	34.43	68.81	26.54	0.00	0.00	9.96	31.06	18.37	87.90	145.74

Sources: STI: PopStats, Circa April 2025