What fraction of colonists remained loyal British subjects?

During the American Revolutionary War, approximately one-third of the colonists remained loyal to the British Crown, commonly referred to as Loyalists or Tories. This group consisted of various individuals, including wealthy landowners, government officials, and some Native Americans. The exact percentage varied by region, with some areas having higher concentrations of Loyalists than others. Ultimately, after the war, many Loyalists faced persecution and were forced to leave the newly formed United States.