Highest Norwegian population share, US metro areas
US metro areas 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. Grand Forks, ND-MN leads at 27.6%. 920 metro areas qualify in total. Minnesota carries 12 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 norwegian share?
Grand Forks, ND-MN ranks #1 with 27.6% (2024 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 metro areas by norwegian share?
Grand Forks, ND-MN, Fergus Falls, MN, Fargo, ND-MN, Albert Lea, MN, Minot, ND.
How many metro areas are in this ranking?
920 metro areas qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability. The ranking covers 2024 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 (2024).