Asian American Population Patterns: A County-Level Look at America’s Fastest-Growing Racial Group
The Asian American community stands as one of the most dynamic demographic groups in the United States. Making up 7.2% of the total U.S. population — over 24 million people as of 2022 — Asian Americans have more than doubled their presence in the country since 2000. This remarkable growth has reshaped communities nationwide, creating new cultural and economic centers that have transformed the American landscape.
Using ArcGIS and comprehensive data from the U.S. Census Bureau, including both the decennial census and American Community Survey, I created two animated maps to visualize these demographic patterns. These visualizations combine historical records with current estimates to show how Asian American populations have grown and shifted across U.S. counties over time.
