How is the number of representatives from each state determined?

The number of representatives from each state is determined by the population of the state. This system is rooted in the principle of proportional representation established by the U.S. Constitution. Specifically, the number of representatives is recalibrated every ten years following the decennial census, which counts the population. This means that states with larger populations have more representatives, allowing for a representation that reflects the number of constituents.

This method ensures that states with greater numbers of residents have a larger voice in the House of Representatives, aligning with the democratic principle of "one person, one vote." The allocation of representatives is designed to balance the interests of various states based on their population sizes, rather than an equal distribution or other factors.