Population Boom: Texas Leads US in Record-Breaking Growth

South Carolina and Florida were the fastest-growing states in the US in 2023, with the South dominating population gains. The US experienced its largest population gain in five years, adding 1.6 million people, primarily driven by international migration. The growth rate increased slightly from the previous year due to a drop in deaths, but it remains low compared to historical standards. South Carolina had the highest growth rate, followed by Florida and Texas, while New York experienced the largest decline in population.