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2025 US State Demographics: White Population Percentages
1. Maine: 90.8% White
Maine continues to lead the country with the highest percentage of its population identifying as White, holding strong at over 90%. The state’s rural communities and historical demographics contribute to this statistic, making Maine unique among the U.S. states.
2. Vermont and West Virginia: 89.8% White
Vermont and West Virginia share similar demographics, with nearly 90% of their populations identifying as White. These states have maintained stable demographic profiles over recent years, with limited diversity growth compared to others.
3. New Hampshire: 88.3% White
Neighboring Vermont, New Hampshire also exhibits a predominantly White population, reflective of its long-standing demographic makeup. The state’s small cities and rural areas keep the percentage high.
4. Wyoming: 84.7% White
Wyoming’s vast open spaces and historically homogeneous communities keep its White population percentage high, ranking among the top states nationally.
5. Iowa & Montana: 84.5% White
Both Iowa and Montana stand at the 84.5% mark, with their rural economies and fewer large metropolitan areas influencing their demographic figures.
6. North Dakota: 82.9% White
North Dakota’s demographic structure shows a high concentration of White residents, supporting the trend seen in neighboring Midwestern states.
7. Kentucky: 82.4% White
Kentucky maintains a steady demographic profile, with a majority identifying as White, largely due to historic settlement patterns.
8. Idaho: 82.1% White
Idaho’s fast-growing tech and outdoor recreation industries haven’t significantly altered its predominantly White demographic.
9. South Dakota & Wisconsin: Around 80.4% to 80.7% White
The Great Plains states of South Dakota and Wisconsin maintain high White population percentages, reflecting their rural roots and historical settlement.
10. Utah: 78.7% White
Utah’s demographics are shifting gradually, but the majority of its population still identifies as White, partly influenced by its Mormon heritage.
Note: The entire demographic landscape varies considerably across states, with some experiencing increasing diversity and others maintaining long-standing composition patterns.
States with Moderate White Population Percentages
11. Nebraska & Minnesota: Approximately 77-77.5% White
Nebraska and Minnesota exhibit similar demographic structures, with sizable White majorities but also growing diversification, particularly in urban areas like Omaha and Minneapolis.
12. Indiana & Missouri (77.2-77%)
These Midwestern states have maintained their predominantly White demographics, though growth in multicultural populations is noted.
13. Ohio: 77% White
Ohio’s demographic trends are reflective of many Rust Belt states, with a strong White presence alongside increasing ethnic diversity.
14. Kansas & Pennsylvania: Around 75-75% White
Kansans and Pennsylvanians show considerable White majorities, especially in rural regions, but urban centers like Philadelphia and Kansas City are experiencing demographic shifts.
15. Oregon & Michigan: Close to 73-75% White
Oregon and Michigan’s populations are diversifying, but White residents still constitute the majority in most parts of these states.
States with Notably Lower White Population Percentages
16. Colorado (70.7%) & Arkansas (70.2%)
Colorado’s rapid growth due to migration from diverse backgrounds has decreased its White percentage, while Arkansas remains traditionally homogeneous.
17. Massachusetts & Connecticut: 69.6%-66.4% White
Northeastern states like Massachusetts and Connecticut see higher diversity levels, yet still have White populations constituting over two-thirds of their residents.
18. Florida & Washington: 57.7%-63.8% White
These states are major destinations for immigrants and retirees, contributing to more varied demographics and a White minority presence.
19. California: 41.2% White
California’s large, diverse population results in less than half identifying as White, making it a melting pot with a broad spectrum of ethnicities.
20. District of Columbia & Hawaii: 39.6%-22.9% White
While the District of Columbia and Hawaii have significant diversity, their White populations are comparatively small—less than a quarter in Hawaii.
Key Highlights
- High Concentration in Northern States: The highest percentages of White populations are concentrated in Northern New England and parts of the Midwest, with Maine, Vermont, and West Virginia at the top.
- Diverse Venues in the South & West: Southern states such as Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas, along with Western states like California and Nevada, showcase more diversification, with White populations often below 60%.
- Urban vs. Rural Dynamics: Urban centers tend to have more diverse populations, lowering the overall White percentage, while rural communities tend to preserve a more homogeneous demographic profile.
This shifting landscape highlights America’s ongoing demographic evolution, driven by migration, economic opportunities, and changing birth rates. The diversity reflected in these numbers emphasizes the country’s evolving identity, with some states holding onto historic majority populations and others becoming more multicultural.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau 2020
Category: Race (White alone)
Geography: 50 States + District of Columbia
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