Highest Black population share, US cities · 2010
US cities ranked by the share of all residents who are Black or African American (2010 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: Black residents as a percentage of total population. East St. Louis, Illinois leads at 97.7%. 6,642 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Maryland carries 11 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-07-15 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU DECENNIAL CENSUS
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest black?
East St. Louis, Illinois ranks #1 with 97.7% (2010 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by black?
East St. Louis, Illinois, Grambling, Louisiana, Panthersville, Georgia, Tuskegee, Alabama, Fairfield, Alabama.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,642 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2010 Decennial Census data.
How is black measured?
Share identifying as Black or African American alone. Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Decennial Census.