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Here are the most recent U.S. state population rankings based on the latest estimates:

🇺🇸 Top U.S. States by Population (2024/25 Estimates)

1. California – around 39.4 million residents (2024 estimate) 

2. Texas – approximately 31.3 million (July 2024 estimate) 

3. Florida – about 23.4 million (2024 estimate) 

4. New York – roughly 19.9 million (2024 estimate) 

5. Pennsylvania – about 13.1 million (2024 estimate) 

6. Illinois – around 12.7 million (2024 estimate) 

7. Ohio – roughly 11.9 million (2024 estimate) 

8. Georgia – about 11.18 million (2024 estimate) 

9. North Carolina – approximately 11.05 million (2024 estimate) 

10. Michigan – about 10.14 million (2024 estimate) 

🧮 Quick Takeaways

• California, with nearly 39.4 million people, remains the most populous state in the U.S.  
• Texas follows with roughly 31.3 million residents, solidifying its second-place ranking  
• Florida ranks third with about 23.4 million inhabitants  
• Together, California, Texas, and Florida account for a significant share of the national population, representing nearly 28% of the total U.S. population in a recent visualization  

📋 Full Snapshot Table

Rank	State	Population (≈)
1	California	39.4 million
2	Texas	31.3 million
3	Florida	23.4 million
4	New York	19.9 million
5	Pennsylvania	13.1 million
6	Illinois	12.7 million
7	Ohio	11.9 million
8	Georgia	11.18 million
9	North Carolina	11.05 million
10	Michigan	10.14 million

🌐 Broader Context

• The U.S. population is estimated to be around 347 million as of mid‑2025  .
• Forecasts indicate Texas is rapidly closing the gap with California, projected to possibly overtake it as the most populous state by 2045  .
• States with the lowest populations include Wyoming (~586–590 K), Vermont (~648 K), and Alaska (~743 K)  .

Let me know if you’d like population density figures, growth trends, regional breakdowns, or historic comparisons!