Highest Subsaharan African population share, US cities · 2020
US cities ranked by the share of all residents who are Subsaharan African ancestry (2020 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: Subsaharan African residents as a percentage of total population. Grayson, Georgia leads at 39.5%. 5,190 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Maryland carries 11 of the top 25 entries.
Subsaharan African Americans: full group profile →UPDATED 2026-08-08 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU DECENNIAL CENSUS
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest subsaharan african share?
Grayson, Georgia ranks #1 with 39.5% (2020 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by subsaharan african share?
Grayson, Georgia, Clarkston, Georgia, Plaquemine, Louisiana, Emporia, Virginia, Franklin, Virginia.
How many cities are in this ranking?
5,190 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2020 Decennial Census data.
How is subsaharan african share measured?
Share of all residents who are Subsaharan African ancestry (Ancestry, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, 2020 Decennial Census.