Maine
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Last updated September 18, 2024
With an initial commitment to allowing diverse faiths the U.S has a broad tapestry of religions within its borders. This commitment to religion varies across the states, spearheading differences in religious affiliations, frequentness of prayer, belief in a higher power, and the overall importance attributed to religion. Key insights from the data reveal:
The 10 states with the most religious adults, according to the data, are concentrated mainly in the South and Midwest of the United States. Claiming the top spot are Mississippi and Alabama, both with a whopping 77% of adults who identify as religious. These southern states run deep with religious roots, hosting large congregations and established spiritual communities. Closely following are Tennessee with 73% and Louisiana with an impressive 71% of religious adults. South Carolina and Arkansas tie for the fifth rank, both demonstrating a strong religious following with 70% of their adult population identifying as religious. West Virginia, Oklahoma, Georgia, and North Carolina complete the list with religious adult populations ranging between 65-69%. Although they rank lower, the impact of religion on local culture and community cannot be understated in these areas. 10 Most Religious States:
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Region ↕ | Percent of Religious Adults↕ |
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77% | |
45% | |
53% | |
70% | |
49% | |
47% | |
43% | |
52% | |
54% | |
66% | |
47% | |
51% | |
51% | |
54% | |
55% | |
55% | |
63% | |
71% | |
34% | |
54% | |
33% | |
53% | |
49% | |
77% | |
60% | |
48% | |
54% | |
49% | |
33% | |
55% | |
57% | |
46% | |
65% | |
53% | |
58% | |
66% | |
48% | |
53% | |
49% | |
70% | |
59% | |
73% | |
64% | |
64% | |
34% | |
61% | |
45% | |
69% | |
45% | |
54% |