Highest Nicaraguan population share, US metro areas
US metro areas ranked by the share of all residents who are Nicaraguan origin (2023 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: Nicaraguan residents as a percentage of total population. Breckenridge, CO leads at 2.3%. 538 metro areas qualify in total. Florida carries 6 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-06-06 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which metro area has the highest nicaraguan share?
Breckenridge, CO ranks #1 with 2.3% (2024 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 metro areas by nicaraguan share?
Breckenridge, CO, Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL, Key West-Key Largo, FL, Frankfort, IN, Worthington, MN.
How many metro areas are in this ranking?
538 metro areas qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability. The ranking covers 2024 ACS 5-year data.
How is nicaraguan share measured?
Share of all residents who are Nicaraguan origin (Hispanic origin, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024).