Over 5 million self-identified Native Americans were registered in the 2000 United States census, which is more than those living in 1492.

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This statement is true. The Native American population in the United States has increased significantly since Europeans arrived in 1492. The 2000 census reported over 5 million people identifying as Native American, while it is estimated that there were only 1-2 million Native Americans living in what is now the United States in 1492.

Over 5 Million Self-Identified Native Americans Were Registered in the 2000