Summary
The U.S. Census Bureau released data showing which states experienced the largest population growth from 2024 to 2025. Southern states like South Carolina, Texas, and Florida are growing quickly, partly due to lower taxes, warmer weather, and business-friendly policies. Population changes affect political representation and funding.
Key Facts
- South Carolina's population grew by 1.5% from July 2024 to July 2025.
- Idaho experienced a 1.4% increase in the same period.
- North Carolina, Texas, Utah, Delaware, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, and Tennessee also saw population growth.
- Texas is expected to have a population of 32,463,602 by 2030, showing an 11.4% growth rate over the decade.
- Utah is forecast to grow by 13.1% and Idaho by 12.4% this decade.
- Southern states' populations are increasing, while northeastern states are declining in percentage of the national total.
- Population growth can lead to more political power and government funding for states.
- Economic factors and affordability influence internal migration to states like Texas and Florida.
