What states are the most densely?

Rank | State | Population Density (per square mile)

1. New Jersey | 1,210

2. Rhode Island | 1,029

3. Massachusetts | 889

4. Connecticut | 743

5. Maryland | 618

6. Delaware | 589

7. New York | 416

8. Pennsylvania | 300

9. Ohio | 286

10. Illinois | 232

These states have relatively small land areas but large populations, resulting in high population densities.