Highest Subsaharan African population share, US cities
US cities ranked by the share of all residents who are Subsaharan African ancestry (2023 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: Subsaharan African residents as a percentage of total population. Grayson, Georgia leads at 44.8%. 5,399 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Maryland carries 12 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-06-06 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest subsaharan african share?
Grayson, Georgia ranks #1 with 44.8% (2024 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 cities by subsaharan african share?
Grayson, Georgia, White Oak, Maryland, Clarkston, Georgia, Vauxhall, New Jersey, Emporia, Virginia.
How many cities are in this ranking?
5,399 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2024 ACS 5-year data.
How is subsaharan african share measured?
Share of all residents who are Subsaharan African ancestry (Ancestry, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024).