Northern European Population by State 2025
State | Northern European %↓ | Northern European Population | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Montana | 0.59% | 6,707 |
 | Oregon | 0.46% | 19,802 |
 | Washington | 0.42% | 33,706 |
 | Alaska | 0.39% | 2,914 |
 | Vermont | 0.38% | 2,489 |
 | Colorado | 0.29% | 17,430 |
 | Idaho | 0.29% | 5,836 |
 | Wyoming | 0.28% | 1,632 |
 | Utah | 0.28% | 9,842 |
 | New Mexico | 0.24% | 5,075 |
 | Minnesota | 0.24% | 13,826 |
 | New Hampshire | 0.23% | 3,242 |
 | District of Columbia | 0.21% | 1,474 |
 | Iowa | 0.18% | 5,939 |
 | California | 0.17% | 69,004 |
 | Maine | 0.17% | 2,420 |
 | Nevada | 0.17% | 5,538 |
 | Arizona | 0.16% | 12,665 |
 | South Dakota | 0.16% | 1,529 |
 | Kansas | 0.15% | 4,615 |
 | Virginia | 0.15% | 13,243 |
 | Wisconsin | 0.15% | 8,800 |
 | Missouri | 0.14% | 8,828 |
 | Oklahoma | 0.14% | 5,591 |
 | Nebraska | 0.13% | 2,560 |
 | Massachusetts | 0.12% | 8,883 |
 | North Dakota | 0.12% | 973 |
 | Maryland | 0.12% | 7,621 |
 | South Carolina | 0.12% | 6,647 |
 | Michigan | 0.12% | 12,096 |
 | Indiana | 0.11% | 7,564 |
 | Tennessee | 0.11% | 7,878 |
 | Hawaii | 0.11% | 1,559 |
 | Illinois | 0.11% | 13,728 |
 | Ohio | 0.1% | 11,713 |
 | West Virginia | 0.1% | 1,724 |
 | North Carolina | 0.1% | 10,853 |
 | Connecticut | 0.09% | 3,500 |
 | Georgia | 0.09% | 10,658 |
 | Kentucky | 0.09% | 4,234 |
 | Texas | 0.09% | 28,930 |
 | New York | 0.09% | 18,052 |
 | Arkansas | 0.09% | 2,708 |
 | Alabama | 0.09% | 4,472 |
 | Florida | 0.09% | 20,414 |
 | Delaware | 0.08% | 844 |
 | Pennsylvania | 0.08% | 10,181 |
 | Louisiana | 0.07% | 3,253 |
 | Rhode Island | 0.07% | 753 |
 | Mississippi | 0.05% | 1,595 |
 | New Jersey | 0.05% | 4,975 |
 | United States | 0.14% | 470,515 |
The Northern European population in the United States represents a diverse group with roots in countries such as Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland. The migration of Northern Europeans to the United States dates back centuries, with significant waves occurring during the 19th and early 20th centuries due to factors such as economic opportunities, religious freedom, and political instability in their home countries.
As a result of this historical migration, Northern European influence is evident in various aspects of American life, including language, cuisine, architecture, and traditions. From the Scandinavian-inspired designs of the Midwest to the cultural festivals celebrating Nordic heritage in the Pacific Northwest, the impact of Northern European immigrants is deeply ingrained in the fabric of American society.
