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Charlotte Nears 1 Million as Growth Tests Infrastructure and Patience
local2 hours ago

Charlotte Nears 1 Million as Growth Tests Infrastructure and Patience

Charlotte is racing toward 1 million residents, with 20,731 people added between 2024 and 2025—the most of any U.S. metro—bringing the city to about 964,784 and heightening concerns that rapid growth is reviving the crowded, costly conditions it drew people away from. While still cheaper than peer cities, housing affordability is eroding as incomes lag home-price gains (median values rising from about $238k in 2019 to roughly $407k today). Planners are pushing density along transit corridors and pursuing transit upgrades, even as debates over toll lanes and major projects linger after Mecklenburg County approved a 1-cent transportation sales tax.

via Axios|
#charlotte#housing-affordability#infrastructure
Midsized U.S. Cities Hold Growth Steady as Big Cities Slow
data-and-statistics11 days ago

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.

via Census.gov|
#census-bureau#data-and-statistics#housing-stock
Celina Leads U.S. Growth as Texas Cities Dominate the Fastest-Growing List
demographics12 days ago

Celina Leads U.S. Growth as Texas Cities Dominate the Fastest-Growing List

New U.S. Census data show Texas accounts for eight of the nation’s 15 fastest-growing cities, led by Celina’s 24.6% growth; Dallas–Fort Worth suburbs drive most gains while core cities like Dallas and El Paso shrink amid immigration slowdown and lower birthrates; Fort Worth and San Antonio add thousands, Austin passes 1 million residents, and the Texas Triangle continues to yield rapid growth.

via The Texas Tribune|
#celina#dallas-fort-worth-suburbs#demographics
Texas data centers pull electricians from homebuilding, delaying new homes
economy27 days ago

Texas data centers pull electricians from homebuilding, delaying new homes

Texas’ rapid data-center expansion is draining electricians from residential construction, delaying home completions as the industry lures skilled workers with higher pay; in response, the state is expanding licensure reciprocity, boosting electrical training, and builders are hiring apprentices to fill the gap amid ongoing Texas population growth and AI industry expansion.

via The Texas Tribune|
#data-centers#economy#electricians
Migration slump slows U.S. county growth as immigration plummets
economy2 months ago

Migration slump slows U.S. county growth as immigration plummets

New Census Bureau data show international migration fell in about 9 out of 10 U.S. counties from 2024-25, dampening growth in large counties such as Los Angeles County, which lost roughly 54,000 people (-0.6%) to about 9.7 million; the national growth slowed to 0.5% as births minus deaths stayed steady and international migration plunged from about 2.8 million to 1.3 million (roughly a 55% drop). The fastest‑growing metros over 2024-45 were Ocala, Fla.; Myrtle Beach, S.C.; and Spartanburg, S.C.

via Axios|
#census#demographics#economy
Border-area metros lead 2025 slowdown as immigration drops
demographics2 months ago

Border-area metros lead 2025 slowdown as immigration drops

The 2025 U.S. Census estimates show slower population growth across U.S. metro areas, driven by weaker international migration and hurricane-driven departures; growth fell from 1.1% in 2024 to 0.6% in 2025, with the sharpest declines in border regions like Laredo, Yuma, and El Centro, while Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth, Atlanta, Phoenix and Charlotte led growth. Some Florida and South Carolina midsize metros posted notable gains, and exurban counties continued attracting migrants as housing costs rise and remote work persists.

via CBS News|
#border-regions#census#demographics
Texas Suburbs Drive Population Boom as Immigration Slows, Census Finds
society2 months ago

Texas Suburbs Drive Population Boom as Immigration Slows, Census Finds

Texas added about 391,243 residents (1.2% growth) between July 2024 and July 2025, with suburban areas outside Austin, Dallas, and Houston leading the gains as international migration slows. Urban centers like Dallas County declined while suburbs such as Waller County near Houston surged, keeping Texas’ metro areas growing even as immigration wanes; Houston and Dallas–Fort Worth remained the largest contributors to overall population gains.

via The Texas Tribune|
#census#immigration#population-growth
Border Regions Drive Sharp Slowdown in 2025 U.S. Metro Growth
society2 months ago

Border Regions Drive Sharp Slowdown in 2025 U.S. Metro Growth

New Census Bureau estimates show U.S. metro-area population growth slowed to about 0.6% in 2025, with the steepest declines along the U.S.–Mexico border as immigrant inflows dropped, and Florida’s Gulf Coast counties losing residents after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Nine of ten counties saw lower immigration in 2025 than in 2024, while growth leaders shifted to Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth, Atlanta, Phoenix and Charlotte. Despite the slowdown, births outpaced deaths in places like New York, underscoring shifting demographic dynamics that shape long-term urban growth.

via NBC News|
#border#census-bureau#hurricanes
Immigration slump drags US population growth to pandemic-era lows
demographics-and-population2 months ago

Immigration slump drags US population growth to pandemic-era lows

US population growth slowed to its weakest pace since the Covid-19 era as net international migration plunged by more than 50% in 2024-25, leaving the population at about 342 million after a 1.8 million increase. County data show most areas slowed or posted losses (roughly 40% of counties experienced net outflows); large cities that rely on international arrivals are seeing growth stall amid affordability-driven domestic outmigration, with New York City’s international inflows down sharply while domestic migration rose. Growth is strongest in some southern counties near Dallas and Houston. Economists warn the immigration drop could have lasting economic costs, potentially reducing consumer spending and GDP growth as immigrant inflows support the labor force and entrepreneurship.

via Financial Times|
#census-bureau#demographics-and-population#economic-impact
U.S. Population Growth Slows as Net Migration Dives
demographics3 months ago

U.S. Population Growth Slows as Net Migration Dives

U.S. population grew 1.8 million (0.5%) from July 2024 to July 2025, the slowest pace since the pandemic, driven mainly by a historic drop in net international migration (2.7 million to 1.3 million); births and deaths were relatively stable. Growth slowed across regions and states, with the Midwest the only region where all states gained population and South Carolina the fastest-growing state, while Puerto Rico declined. Net international migration is projected to fall further, to about 321,000 by July 2026.

via Census.gov|
#census-bureau#demographics#net-international-migration
Austin's Growth Slows as International Migration Surges and Local Residents Depart
local-news10 months ago

Austin's Growth Slows as International Migration Surges and Local Residents Depart

Austin's population growth has slowed due to economic and affordability challenges, with a decline in domestic migration and shifts in demographic composition, though international migration continues to support overall growth. The city faces future challenges in housing and transportation as it projects significant population increases by 2060.

via Austin Monitor|
#austin#demographics#housing-crisis