The United States boasts a diverse and widespread African American population. The following are the top seven states with the largest percentages of Black or African American residents, based on the 2020 United States Census.
1. Virgin Islands (U.S.)
Leading the list is the U.S. Virgin Islands, where an impressive 76.0% of the population identifies as Black or African American.
2. District of Columbia
The nation’s capital, the District of Columbia, secures the second spot with 44.17% of its population being Black or African American.
3. Mississippi
Mississippi takes the third position, with 37.94% of its population identifying as Black or African American.
4. Louisiana
In fourth place is Louisiana, where 33.13% of the population is Black or African American.
5. Georgia
Georgia follows closely in fifth place, with 33.03% of its population being Black or African American.
6. Maryland
Maryland occupies the sixth rank, with 32.01% of its population identifying as Black or African American.
7. Alabama
Rounding out the top seven is Alabama, where 29.80% of the population is Black or African American.
These states represent regions with the highest concentrations of Black or African American populations in the United States. It is essential to note that these figures reflect the percentage of the population identifying as Black or African American alone. The actual numbers may be higher when considering individuals who identify as Black or African American in combination with one or more other races.
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