Population by State
Northern European Population by State 2026
Northern European %
0.1%
0.2%
0.3%
0.4%
0.5%
0.6%
State | Northern European % 2024↓ | Northern European Population 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Montana | 0.64% | 7,410 |
 | Oregon | 0.46% | 19,840 |
 | Washington | 0.39% | 32,117 |
 | Alaska | 0.35% | 2,647 |
 | Vermont | 0.33% | 2,123 |
 | Idaho | 0.29% | 5,930 |
 | Colorado | 0.27% | 16,386 |
 | Wyoming | 0.25% | 1,487 |
 | Minnesota | 0.24% | 13,883 |
 | Utah | 0.22% | 8,130 |
 | New Hampshire | 0.2% | 2,912 |
 | New Mexico | 0.18% | 3,924 |
 | District of Columbia | 0.17% | 1,238 |
 | Iowa | 0.16% | 5,305 |
 | California | 0.15% | 60,420 |
 | Arizona | 0.15% | 11,709 |
 | Maine | 0.15% | 2,064 |
 | Missouri | 0.14% | 9,153 |
 | Kansas | 0.14% | 4,300 |
 | Wisconsin | 0.13% | 7,959 |
 | Virginia | 0.13% | 11,733 |
 | North Dakota | 0.12% | 1,005 |
 | Oklahoma | 0.12% | 5,048 |
 | Nevada | 0.12% | 3,942 |
 | South Carolina | 0.11% | 6,489 |
 | Michigan | 0.11% | 11,697 |
 | South Dakota | 0.11% | 1,054 |
 | Indiana | 0.11% | 7,716 |
 | Nebraska | 0.11% | 2,151 |
 | Massachusetts | 0.1% | 7,498 |
 | Hawaii | 0.1% | 1,498 |
 | Illinois | 0.1% | 12,744 |
 | Maryland | 0.1% | 6,173 |
 | Tennessee | 0.1% | 7,074 |
 | North Carolina | 0.09% | 10,802 |
 | Georgia | 0.09% | 10,730 |
 | Kentucky | 0.09% | 4,316 |
 | Delaware | 0.09% | 962 |
 | Connecticut | 0.09% | 3,315 |
 | West Virginia | 0.09% | 1,568 |
 | Ohio | 0.09% | 10,447 |
 | Arkansas | 0.09% | 2,674 |
 | Texas | 0.09% | 27,677 |
 | Florida | 0.08% | 19,630 |
 | New York | 0.08% | 16,099 |
 | Alabama | 0.08% | 3,975 |
 | Rhode Island | 0.07% | 841 |
 | Pennsylvania | 0.07% | 9,574 |
 | Louisiana | 0.07% | 3,061 |
 | Mississippi | 0.06% | 1,633 |
 | New Jersey | 0.05% | 4,506 |
 | United States | 0.13% | 436,569 |
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.
