How many inhabitants are there in the United States?
The United States has approximately 328 million inhabitants according to the latest official census from July 2019, making it the third most populous country in the world after China and India.
Current Population of the United States
The official census of July 1st, 2019 establishes the American population at 328 million inhabitants. This figure places the United States in third place worldwide in terms of population, behind China (1.4 billion) and India (1.3 billion).
Geographical Distribution
This population is distributed across the 50 American states plus the District of Columbia. The most populated states are:
- California: approximately 39 million inhabitants
- Texas: approximately 29 million inhabitants
- Florida: approximately 21 million inhabitants
- New York: approximately 19 million inhabitants
Key Information for Your Trip
This population density varies enormously depending on the regions. Major cities like New York, Los Angeles and Chicago concentrate millions of inhabitants, while the rural states in the center offer vast sparsely populated areas, ideal for discovering authentic America.