The Black population in North America has grown from 36.2 million in 2000 to 48.3 million in 2023, according to a Pew Research report. This increase includes Caribbean and African immigrants, as well as Afro-Latinos, whose numbers have more than tripled.
States With the Largest Growth
Texas saw the biggest numerical increase, adding 1.2 million Black residents, followed by Florida (800,000) and Georgia (610,000). Dallas led all U.S. cities, with its Black population growing 47% since 2010.
Fastest-Growing Black Population
Utah experienced the highest percentage increase, with its Black population growing 89% since 2010. In Provo, Black residents enjoy a low 3.6% unemployment rate, and 34.1% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Nearly 28% of Black households earn over $100,000 annually.
Cities With Booming Black Communities
Between 2010 and 2023, Black populations in Arizona, Nevada, and Minnesota grew by 60%, making them the fastest-growing states after Utah.
Metro Areas With the Largest Black Populations
In 2023, New York City had the largest Black population in the U.S. (3.8 million), followed by:
- Atlanta – 2.3 million
- Washington, D.C. – 1.8 million
- Chicago – 1.7 million
Atlanta leads among U.S. metros with over 1 million Black residents, with 37% of its population identifying as Black.
Best City for Black Financial Success
Washington, D.C. ranks as the top metro for Black economic prosperity, with a median household income of $82,045—19% higher than the national median. Additionally, 40.5% of Black households earn six figures, and 37.2% of Black adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The city also ranks in the top 10 for Black homeownership, with 51.3% owning their homes.
