Highest Laotian population share, US cities
US cities ranked by the share of all residents who are Laotian (2023 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: Laotian residents as a percentage of total population. Storm Lake, Iowa leads at 4.3%. 1,222 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. California carries 5 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-06-06 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest laotian share?
Storm Lake, Iowa ranks #1 with 4.3% (2024 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 cities by laotian share?
Storm Lake, Iowa, Daniels Farm, Connecticut, Webster City, Iowa, Haltom City, Texas, Tontitown, Arkansas.
How many cities are in this ranking?
1,222 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2024 ACS 5-year data.
How is laotian share measured?
Share of all residents who are Laotian (Asian origin, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024).