Midsized U.S. Cities Hold Growth Steady as Big Cities Slow

According to Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimates, U.S. midsized cities (pop 20,000–249,999) posted steady growth between 2024 and 2025 amid a national slowdown, while the largest cities slowed or declined (e.g., New York City down 12,196). Suburban midsized areas led gains—Celina, TX rose 24.6% and Fort Mill, SC about 6.8%—indicating growth is shifting toward surrounding communities. Housing stock reached 148.3 million in 2025 (+1.0%), with Idaho posting the fastest annual housing growth and regional trends showing stronger gains in the South and West and weaker in the Northeast. The release also highlights the fastest-growing cities and largest numeric gains across the country.