AAPI Voter Demographics Data by State

Learn about the AAPI demographics data by state and their growing influence in U.S. elections. Find state-specific data on voter engagement and population statistics.

Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) are among the fastest-growing racial demographic cohorts in the United States. With over 27 million residents (including mixed-race individuals) spread across the nation, AAPIs emerged as the nation’s fastest-growing voter bloc. Massive increases in Asian American and NHPI voter turnout since 2018 underscore the growing political influence of AAPI voters, who now exceed the margin of victory in key electoral battlegrounds.

To address the rapid growth and impact of AAPI communities, APIA Vote and AAPI Data produce and update state-specific AAPI voter demographic fact sheets every two years. These comprehensive resources offer essential insights into AAPI population metrics and voter engagement indicators tailored to all 50 states and the District of Columbsia.

Designed for voter engagement campaigns, elected representatives, advocacy organizations, media entities, and academic researchers, these AAPI voter demographic state fact sheets provide invaluable insights. They enable stakeholders to better understand and more strategically engage with AAPI electorates in their respective states, fostering informed decision-making and inclusive civic participation. See reports below.

AAPI Population Growth Across Key States

The AAPI community has witnessed remarkable population growth between 2014-2024, especially in states where the AAPI voting bloc holds significant influence with a vote share of higher than 4%. Notable examples include:

  • Texas (Population Growth +69.2%, Vote Share 6%)
  • Washington (Population Growth +54.4%, Vote Share 11.6%)
  • Nevada (Population Growth +50.4%, Vote Share 13%)
  • D.C. (Population Growth +43.7%, Vote Share 13%)
  • Oregon (Population Growth +39.6%, Vote Share 6.3%)
  • Massachusetts (Population Growth +38.4%, Vote Share 7%)
  • Virginia (Population Growth +32.6%, Vote Share 7.5%)
  • Minnesota (Population Growth +32%, Vote Share 5.2%)
  • Illinois (Population Growth +31%, Vote Share 6.2%)
  • New Jersey (Population Growth +25.8%, Vote Share 9.4%)
  • Maryland (Population Growth +25.2%, Vote Share 7.2%)

Geographic Concentration Across Top Counties

While the AAPI population is spread nationwide, certain counties have emerged as hubs with significantly higher AAPI concentrations. Notable examples include:

  • Honolulu County (50.9%) Hawaii County (32%) in Hawaii 
  • Queens County in New York (27.4%)
  • Middlesex County (25.8%) and Bergen County (17%) in New Jersey 
  • King County in Washington (21.5%)
  • Fairfax County (20.1%) and Loudoun County (22%) in Virginia 
  • Montgomery County (15.5%) and Howard County (19.4%) in Maryland 
  • Los Angeles County (15.3%) and Santa Clara County (40.9%) in California 
  • Collin County in Texas (18.9%)

 

Language and Assimilation Challenges

A considerable portion of the AAPI population is foreign-born, with many states reporting over 50% of AAPI residents speaking languages other than English at home. Limited English proficiency is also a notable challenge, impacting access to opportunities and services.

Socioeconomic Disparities

Poverty and lack of health insurance coverage are persistent issues for some segments of the AAPI community. Certain states have higher rates of AAPI poverty and uninsured residents, highlighting the need for targeted support and resources.

National AAPI Population Statistics (2024):

  • Total AAPI Population: 27,578,512
  • Total Eligible AAPI Voters: 16,172,190
  • Total AAPI Foreign-Born Non-Citizens: 5,469,927
  • Total AAPI Foreign-Born Citizens: 8,821,256
  • Total AAPI Native-Born Citizens: 13,287,329

These insights shed light on the dynamic growth of the AAPI community across states with substantial voting power, as well as the geographic concentration in specific counties, underscoring the increasing influence of this diverse population segment.

AAPI Demographics Data Visualization

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METHODOLOGY:
To capture AAPIs who are mono-racial as well as multi-racial, we have calculated statewide population and electorate numbers using the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS). The Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP) includes all adults who are U.S. citizens. The CVAP tables provided by the U.S. Census Bureau tend to undercount AAPI voters because they do not include multiracial AAPIs in the count of Asian American and NHPI. Statewide population and voter eligibility counts were derived from the 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 1-year PUMS. More specific analyses such as poverty rates, internet access, and English proficiency were derived from the 2024 ACS 5-year PUMS.

2026 AAPI Voter State Fact Sheets

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2024 AAPI Voter State Fact Sheets

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2022 AAPI Voter State Fact Sheets

Alabama · Alaska · Arizona · Arkansas · California · Colorado · Connecticut · Delaware · Florida · Georgia · Hawaii · Idaho · Illinois · Indiana · Iowa · Kansas · Kentucky · Louisiana · Maine · Maryland · Massachusetts · Michigan · Minnesota · Mississippi · Missouri · Montana · Nebraska · Nevada · New Hampshire · New Jersey · New Mexico · New York · North Carolina · North Dakota · Ohio · Oklahoma · Oregon · Pennsylvania · Rhode Island · South Carolina · South Dakota · Tennessee · Texas · Utah · Vermont · Virginia · Washington · West Virginia · Wisconsin · Wyoming

2020 AAPI Voter State Fact Sheets

Arkansas · Arizona · California · Colorado · Florida · Georgia · Hawaii · Illinois · Iowa · Louisiana · Massachusetts · Michigan · Minnesota · Missouri · New Jersey · New York · Nevada · North Carolina · Ohio · Oregon · Pennsylvania · Texas · Utah · Virginia · Washington · Wisconsin

2018 AAPI Voter State Fact Sheets

Arkansas · Arizona · California · Colorado · Florida · Georgia · Hawaii · Illinois · Iowa · Louisiana · Massachusetts · Michigan · Minnesota · Missouri · New Jersey · New York · Nevada · North Carolina · Ohio · Oregon · Pennsylvania · Rhode Island · Texas · Utah · Virginia · Washington · Wisconsin

2016 AAPI Voter State Fact Sheets

Arizona · California · Florida · Hawaii · Illinois · Louisiana · Massachusetts · Michigan · Minnesota · New Jersey · New York · Nevada · North Carolina · Ohio · Oregon · Pennsylvania · Texas · Virginia · Washington

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