Highest Nigerian population share, US cities · 2020
US cities ranked by the share of all residents who are Nigerian ancestry (2023 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: Nigerian residents as a percentage of total population. Vauxhall, New Jersey leads at 18.0%. 2,086 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Maryland carries 15 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-06-06 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest nigerian share?
Vauxhall, New Jersey ranks #1 with 18.0% (2020 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 cities by nigerian share?
Vauxhall, New Jersey, Largo, Maryland, Glenarden, Maryland, Seabrook, Maryland, District Heights, Maryland.
How many cities are in this ranking?
2,086 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2020 ACS 5-year data.
How is nigerian share measured?
Share of all residents who are Nigerian ancestry (Ancestry, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020).