The U.S. Census Bureau has unveiled its latest data from the 2020 Census, providing insights into the population growth and demographic changes across the nation. One standout finding is the exceptional growth in the Nepali population, making it the fastest-growing Asian group among those with populations of 50,000 or more in 2010.
According to the Census Bureau’s report, the Nepali alone population experienced a staggering increase of 295.5% over the decade, soaring from 51,907 in 2010 to an impressive 205,297 in 2020. Furthermore, when considering the Nepali population alone or in any combination, this number grew by 269.0%, from 59,490 in 2010 to 219,503 in 2020.
This remarkable growth in the Nepali population has had a significant impact on various states across the United States. Here is a breakdown of the Nepali population by state:
- Alabama: 1,006
- Alaska: 191
- Arizona: 1,894
- Arkansas: 483
- California: 19,677
- Colorado: 7,118
- Connecticut: 2,151
- Delaware: 302
- District of Columbia: 308
- Florida: 2,547
- Georgia: 4,806
- Hawaii: 363
- Idaho: 825
- Illinois: 4,085
- Indiana: 1,010
- Iowa: 2,453
- Kansas: 1,591
- Kentucky: 4,092
- Louisiana: 1,231
- Maine: 155
- Maryland: 10,538
- Massachusetts: 9,102
- Michigan: 3,196
- Minnesota: 3,812
- Mississippi: 511
- Missouri: 1,884
- Montana: 54
- Nebraska: 2,276
- Nevada: 636
- New Hampshire: 2,188
- New Jersey: 3,264
- New Mexico: 598
- New York: 23,077
- North Carolina: 5,969
- North Dakota: 1,659
- Ohio: 21,567
- Oklahoma: 1,176
- Oregon: 1,685
- Pennsylvania: 14,201
- Rhode Island: 362
- South Carolina: 438
- South Dakota: 1,073
- Tennessee: 2,043
- Texas: 28,683
- Utah: 1,518
- Vermont: 1,498
- Virginia: 13,702
- Washington: 4,648
- West Virginia: 194
- Wisconsin: 1,610
- Wyoming: 104
- Puerto Rico: 23
Additionally, within the state of New York, the Nepali population is also growing notably. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the Nepali population by county in New York state:
- Albany County, New York: 254
- Bronx County, New York: 128
- Broome County, New York: 50
- Columbia County, New York: 26
- Dutchess County, New York: 63
- Erie County, New York: 1,334
- Kings County, New York: 796
- Monroe County, New York: 2,169
- Nassau County, New York: 666
- New York County, New York: 446
- Oneida County, New York: 152
- Onondaga County, New York: 1,231
- Orange County, New York: 49
- Putnam County, New York: 48
- Queens County, New York: 14,394
- Rensselaer County, New York: 95
- Richmond County, New York: 74
- Rockland County, New York: 31
- Saratoga County, New York: 70
- Schenectady County, New York: 38
- Steuben County, New York: 27
- Suffolk County, New York: 236
- Tompkins County, New York: 112
- Ulster County, New York: 37
- Westchester County, New York: 272
These statistics illustrate the remarkable growth of the Nepali community in the United States, with New York, in particular, experiencing significant increases in Nepali population at the county level. The Census Bureau’s data reflects the nation’s increasing diversity and highlights the cultural and demographic shifts occurring in various regions.
Kishor Panthi
View More PostsKishor Panthi is the founder and editor-in-chief of Khasokhas and NepYork. He is the author of three books, “Kampan,” "UNTRANSLATABLE" and “Zero Mile.” He writes about social issues, immigration, and politics.
