Highest American population share, US counties
US counties ranked by the share of all residents who are American ancestry (2023 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: American residents as a percentage of total population. Buchanan County, Virginia leads at 59.7%. 3,138 counties qualify in total. Virginia carries 8 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-06-06 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which county has the highest american share?
Buchanan County, Virginia ranks #1 with 59.7% (2024 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 counties by american share?
Buchanan County, Virginia, Dickenson County, Virginia, Russell County, Virginia, Smith County, Mississippi, Northampton County, Virginia.
How many counties are in this ranking?
3,138 counties qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability. The ranking covers 2024 ACS 5-year data.
How is american share measured?
Share of all residents who are American ancestry (Ancestry, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024).