California is the US state with the highest population, with an estimated population of 39.24 million people in 2021. Texas is the second-most populated state, with a population of 29.53 million people. Florida is the third most populous state, with a population of 22.3 million people. Here is a list of the top five most populated states in the US:
- California
- Texas
- Florida
- New York
- Pennsylvania
It is worth noting that the population of each state can change over time due to factors such as migration, birth rates, and mortality rates.