Highest Black population share, US cities
US cities ranked by the share of all residents who are Black or African American (2024 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: Black residents as a percentage of total population. Merrydale, Louisiana leads at 96.8%. 6,826 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Maryland carries 6 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-07-15 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest black?
Merrydale, Louisiana ranks #1 with 96.8% (2024 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 cities by black?
Merrydale, Louisiana, East St. Louis, Illinois, Warrensville Heights, Ohio, Fairfield, Alabama, Panthersville, Georgia.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,826 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2024 ACS 5-year data.
How is black measured?
Share identifying as Black or African American alone. Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024).