Highest American population share, US cities · 2020
US cities ranked by the share of all residents who are American ancestry (2020 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: American residents as a percentage of total population. Godley, Texas leads at 65.5%. 6,793 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Texas carries 7 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?
Godley, Texas ranks #1 with 65.5% (2020 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by american share?
Godley, Texas, Jackson, Georgia, Cullowhee, North Carolina, Griffin, Georgia, Wake, Texas.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,793 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2020 Decennial Census data.
How is american share measured?
Share of all residents who are American ancestry (Ancestry, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, 2020 Decennial Census.