South African Population by State 2025
State | South African %↓ | South African Population | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | North Dakota | 0.07% | 590 |
 | District of Columbia | 0.06% | 466 |
 | Delaware | 0.04% | 436 |
 | Connecticut | 0.04% | 1,435 |
 | Georgia | 0.03% | 3,858 |
 | Florida | 0.03% | 8,105 |
 | California | 0.03% | 13,225 |
 | Maryland | 0.03% | 2,090 |
 | Colorado | 0.03% | 1,866 |
 | North Carolina | 0.03% | 3,433 |
 | Hawaii | 0.03% | 437 |
 | Washington | 0.03% | 2,351 |
 | Montana | 0.03% | 328 |
 | New York | 0.03% | 5,521 |
 | New Jersey | 0.03% | 2,614 |
 | Texas | 0.03% | 8,607 |
 | Virginia | 0.03% | 2,341 |
 | Oregon | 0.03% | 1,110 |
 | Utah | 0.03% | 916 |
 | South Dakota | 0.02% | 229 |
 | Massachusetts | 0.02% | 1,756 |
 | Indiana | 0.02% | 1,589 |
 | South Carolina | 0.02% | 1,262 |
 | Arizona | 0.02% | 1,669 |
 | Tennessee | 0.02% | 1,460 |
 | Arkansas | 0.02% | 616 |
 | Rhode Island | 0.02% | 209 |
 | Nebraska | 0.02% | 345 |
 | Alaska | 0.02% | 126 |
 | Illinois | 0.02% | 2,133 |
 | Pennsylvania | 0.02% | 2,193 |
 | Wisconsin | 0.02% | 980 |
 | Kansas | 0.02% | 474 |
 | Minnesota | 0.02% | 906 |
 | Nevada | 0.01% | 480 |
 | Mississippi | 0.01% | 420 |
 | Maine | 0.01% | 198 |
 | Michigan | 0.01% | 1,397 |
 | Kentucky | 0.01% | 623 |
 | Iowa | 0.01% | 431 |
 | Oklahoma | 0.01% | 516 |
 | Missouri | 0.01% | 776 |
 | Idaho | 0.01% | 241 |
 | West Virginia | 0.01% | 189 |
 | Alabama | 0.01% | 480 |
 | New Mexico | 0.01% | 196 |
 | Ohio | 0.01% | 1,021 |
 | Louisiana | 0.01% | 366 |
 | Vermont | 0.01% | 46 |
 | New Hampshire | 0.01% | 95 |
 | Wyoming | 0.01% | 33 |
 | United States | 0.02% | 83,184 |
The South African diaspora in the United States represents a diverse community with connections to the rich cultural heritage of the Rainbow Nation. While South Africa is situated thousands of miles away, its influence is palpable across various states, where South African expatriates contribute to the nation’s multicultural fabric.
States such as California, Florida, and Texas host significant populations of South African descent, with thousands calling these states home. California, known for its cultural diversity, boasts a South African community of 12,497 individuals, while Florida and Texas each have populations exceeding 7,000.
Additionally, states like New York, Georgia, and North Carolina also house notable South African populations, reflecting the dispersion of the community across different regions of the United States. These communities often come together to celebrate their heritage through cultural events, festivals, and community organizations.
