Highest Norwegian population share, US cities · 2020
US cities ranked by the share of all residents who are Norwegian ancestry (2023 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: Norwegian residents as a percentage of total population. Thief River Falls, Minnesota leads at 40.5%. 6,012 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Minnesota carries 14 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-06-06 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest norwegian share?
Thief River Falls, Minnesota ranks #1 with 40.5% (2020 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 cities by norwegian share?
Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Horace, North Dakota, East Grand Forks, Minnesota, West Fargo, North Dakota, Montevideo, Minnesota.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,012 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2020 ACS 5-year data.
How is norwegian share measured?
Share of all residents who are Norwegian ancestry (Ancestry, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020).