Korea Veterans By State 2024

1.	California	132.5K
2.	Florida	127.6K
3.	Texas	83.7K
4.	New York	69.2K
5.	Pennsylvania	68.1K
6.	Ohio	51.2K
7.	Illinois	46.4K
8.	Michigan	43.8K
9.	North Carolina	41.3K
10.	Arizona	39.3K
11.	New Jersey	35.1K
12.	Virginia	35.1K
13.	Georgia	32.1K
14.	Massachusetts	32.1K
15.	Washington	31.3K
16.	Missouri	30.3K
17.	Minnesota	28.7K
18.	Wisconsin	27.6K
19.	Tennessee	27.4K
20.	Indiana	27.3K
21.	Colorado	22.9K
22.	Maryland	22.3K
23.	Oregon	22.2K
24.	Alabama	21.7K
25.	South Carolina	21.6K
26.	Oklahoma	17.9K
27.	Connecticut	17.6K
28.	Iowa	16.8K
29.	Kentucky	15.8K
30.	Louisiana	15.8K
31.	Arkansas	14.4K
32.	Kansas	14.2K
33.	Nevada	13.2K
34.	Mississippi	11.0K
35.	New Mexico	10.9K
36.	Nebraska	10.0K
37.	West Virginia	9.5K
38.	Utah	9.2K
39.	Maine	8.1K
40.	Idaho	8.0K
41.	New Hampshire	7.6K
42.	Hawaii	6.8K
43.	Montana	5.6K
44.	Rhode Island	5.3K
45.	South Dakota	4.7K
46.	Delaware	4.6K
47.	North Dakota	3.1K
48.	Vermont	3.0K
49.	Wyoming	3.0K
50.	District of Columbia	2.4K
51.	Alaska	2.1K

Introduction

As the world navigated the tense geopolitics of the mid-20th century, a crucial event etched deep scars into the history books: The Korean War. This conflict, waged from 1950 to 1953, has significantly shaped global dynamics and the lives of millions of veterans who served in varied capacities. Despite being dubbed "The Forgotten War," its impact undeniably resonates in homes across America, with an estimated 5.7 million veterans having served in the war.

Coastal States Domination: The most populous coastal states, California and Florida, were home to the most Korean War Veterans, with 132.5K and 127.6K respectively.
Southern States Lag Behind: Some southern states like Mississippi, Louisiana, and Arkansas, despite having significant military bases or traditions, show relatively lower numbers of Korean War veterans.
Midwestern Presence: The Midwestern region, represented by states like Ohio, Illinois, and Michigan, also house a significant number of Korean War veterans, reflecting upon the region's long-standing participation and contribution to the U.S military.

States with the Most Korean War Veterans

California leads the list. Boasting the highest number of Korean War veterans, the state revels in a figure of 132.5K, significantly higher than its national counterparts. This is likely influenced by factors including its substantial military presence coupled with a preference for post-service migration due to the warm climate and robust veterans support networks. Known for its sunny beaches and vibrant nightlife, Florida follows closely behind. Housing a considerable number of Korean War veterans at 127.6K, Florida’s desirable warm climate makes it a popular retirement destination, thereby elevating the state's veteran population. Texas, with its rich military tradition, is home to 83.7K Korean War veterans. The Empire State, New York, marks the fourth rank in this list, hosting 69.2K Korean War veterans. Its thriving economy and allure of its bustling cities likely draw veterans seeking to re-settle after military service. Pennsylvania hosts 68.1K Korean War veterans, potentially reflecting its legacy of military service and commitment to providing substantial veteran support. States with the Most Korean War Veterans:

California - 132.5K
Florida - 127.6K
Texas - 83.7K
New York - 69.2K
Pennsylvania - 68.1K
Ohio - 51.2K
Illinois - 46.4K
Michigan - 43.8K
North Carolina - 41.3K
Arizona - 39.3K

By Region

Alabama

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Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

21.7K

#24

Korean Veterans per Capita

422

#28

Alaska

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

2.1K

#51

Korean Veterans per Capita

284

#49

Arizona

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

39.3K

#10

Korean Veterans per Capita

524

Arkansas

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

14.4K

#31

Korean Veterans per Capita

466

#21

California

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

132.5K

Korean Veterans per Capita

341

#47

Colorado

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

22.9K

#21

Korean Veterans per Capita

386

#36

Connecticut

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

17.6K

#27

Korean Veterans per Capita

485

#16

Delaware

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

4.6K

#46

Korean Veterans per Capita

444

#24

District of Columbia

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

2.4K

#50

Korean Veterans per Capita

352

#44

Florida

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

127.6K

Korean Veterans per Capita

555

Georgia

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

32.1K

#13

Korean Veterans per Capita

288

#48

Hawaii

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

6.8K

#42

Korean Veterans per Capita

478

#19

Idaho

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

8.0K

#40

Korean Veterans per Capita

403

#30

Illinois

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

46.4K

Korean Veterans per Capita

371

#41

Indiana

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

27.3K

#20

Korean Veterans per Capita

396

#35

Iowa

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

16.8K

#28

Korean Veterans per Capita

523

Kansas

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

14.2K

#32

Korean Veterans per Capita

483

#17

Kentucky

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

15.8K

#29

Korean Veterans per Capita

349

#45

Louisiana

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

15.8K

#30

Korean Veterans per Capita

347

#46

Maine

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

8.1K

#39

Korean Veterans per Capita

575

Maryland

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

22.3K

#22

Korean Veterans per Capita

360

#42

Massachusetts

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

32.1K

#14

Korean Veterans per Capita

457

#23

Michigan

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

43.8K

Korean Veterans per Capita

437

#25

Minnesota

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

28.7K

#17

Korean Veterans per Capita

497

#13

Mississippi

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

11.0K

#34

Korean Veterans per Capita

373

#40

Missouri

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

30.3K

#16

Korean Veterans per Capita

488

#15

Montana

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

5.6K

#43

Korean Veterans per Capita

488

#14

Nebraska

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

10.0K

#36

Korean Veterans per Capita

505

#12

Nevada

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

13.2K

#33

Korean Veterans per Capita

410

#29

New Hampshire

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

7.6K

#41

Korean Veterans per Capita

543

New Jersey

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

35.1K

#11

Korean Veterans per Capita

376

#39

New Mexico

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

10.9K

#35

Korean Veterans per Capita

515

New York

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

69.2K

Korean Veterans per Capita

356

#43

North Carolina

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

41.3K

Korean Veterans per Capita

377

#38

North Dakota

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

3.1K

#47

Korean Veterans per Capita

399

#33

Ohio

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

51.2K

Korean Veterans per Capita

433

#27

Oklahoma

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

17.9K

#26

Korean Veterans per Capita

437

#26

Oregon

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

22.2K

#23

Korean Veterans per Capita

526

Pennsylvania

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

68.1K

Korean Veterans per Capita

526

Rhode Island

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

5.3K

#44

Korean Veterans per Capita

480

#18

South Carolina

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

21.6K

#25

Korean Veterans per Capita

396

#34

South Dakota

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

4.7K

#45

Korean Veterans per Capita

505

#11

Tennessee

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

27.4K

#19

Korean Veterans per Capita

380

#37

Texas

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

83.7K

Korean Veterans per Capita

270

#50

Utah

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

9.2K

#38

Korean Veterans per Capita

266

#51

Vermont

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

3.0K

#48

Korean Veterans per Capita

468

#20

Virginia

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

35.1K

#12

Korean Veterans per Capita

401

#31

Washington

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

31.3K

#15

Korean Veterans per Capita

399

#32

West Virginia

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

9.5K

#37

Korean Veterans per Capita

539

Wisconsin

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

27.6K

#18

Korean Veterans per Capita

466

#22

Wyoming

Metric

Value

Rank

Korean Veterans

3.0K

#49

Korean Veterans per Capita

507

#10

Additional Military Datasets

Korea Veterans By State

Introduction

States with the Most Korean War Veterans

By Region

Alabama

Alaska

Arizona

Arkansas

California

Colorado

Connecticut

Delaware

District of Columbia

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

Additional Military Datasets

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Largest Navies In The World

List of Army Reserve Units By State

Mandatory Military Service