Highest Swedish population share, US counties
US counties ranked by the share of all residents who are Swedish ancestry (2023 American Community Survey). A concentration measure: Swedish residents as a percentage of total population. Kittson County, Minnesota leads at 19.8%. 2,974 counties qualify in total. Minnesota carries 17 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-06-06 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which county has the highest swedish share?
Kittson County, Minnesota ranks #1 with 19.8% (2024 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 counties by swedish share?
Kittson County, Minnesota, Polk County, Nebraska, Phelps County, Nebraska, Chisago County, Minnesota, Isanti County, Minnesota.
How many counties are in this ranking?
2,974 counties qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability. The ranking covers 2024 ACS 5-year data.
How is swedish share measured?
Share of all residents who are Swedish ancestry (Ancestry, ACS detailed tables). Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024).