Highest American population share, US cities · 2010
US cities ranked by the share of all residents who are American ancestry (2010 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: American residents as a percentage of total population. La Follette, Tennessee leads at 63.5%. 6,613 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Tennessee carries 9 of the top 25 entries.
American ancestry: full group profile →UPDATED 2026-07-15 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU DECENNIAL CENSUS
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest american share?
La Follette, Tennessee ranks #1 with 63.5% (2010 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by american share?
La Follette, Tennessee, Lone Grove, Oklahoma, Middlesborough, Kentucky, Freeport, Florida, Church Hill, Tennessee.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,613 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2010 Decennial Census data.
How is american share measured?
Share of all residents who are American ancestry (Ancestry, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Decennial Census.