Global South World - diversity https://www.globalsouthworld.com en-US The second most popular religion in each U.S. state https://www.globalsouthworld.com/article/the-second-most-popular-religion-in-each-us-state https://www.globalsouthworld.com/article/the-second-most-popular-religion-in-each-us-state?feed=diversity Wed, 04 Jun 2025 19:09:27 Z While Christianity remains the largest religion across the United States of America, the second largest religion in each state reveals a surprising diversity. These findings highlight the multicultural and multi-faith reality of the United States in the 21st century.

According to the 2020 U.S. Religion Census , Islam ranks as the second largest religion in the majority of states, including California, Texas, New York, and Florida, reflecting the growth of Muslim communities in both urban and suburban areas.

Judaism claims the second spot in several key states like New Jersey, Massachusetts , and Maryland, thanks to historically strong Jewish communities, especially in the Northeast.

Buddhism emerges as the second-largest religion in states like Montana, Idaho, and New Mexico, where immigration and refugee resettlement programs have contributed to vibrant Buddhist communities.

Hinduism holds the second position in Delaware, while the Bahá’í faith is the second largest in South Dakota—an interesting reflection of the smaller, but committed, religious minorities in those states.

The 2020 Religion Census compiled data from denominational reports, surveys, and community records, making it one of the most comprehensive religion surveys in the U.S. The patterns it reveals underscore the interplay of immigration, cultural heritage, and socio-economic dynamics in shaping America ’s religious makeup.

For example:

]]> Global South World The World in Maps The World in Maps WhatsApp Image 2025-06-04 at 15.25.45