Cities Americans Are Flocking To

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Cities Americans Are Flocking To

Population growth comprises both natural change — births minus deaths — and net migration (people moving in minus people moving out). While some cities manage to grow mostly through natural change, the ability to attract new residents is often a sign of a positive economic environment among other things. When more residents choose to move in, it could further grow economic conditions in the area, while also alerting localities that services might need to expand. For people considering a move, the cities on the list may be already under consideration.

  • Population change due to migration, 2022-2023: 1.85% (3,274)
  • Migration breakdown, 2022-2023: international: +731; domestic: +2,543
  • Total population change, 2022-2023: +5,077 or +2.86% (#7 fastest growth)
  • Population change due to migration, 2020-2023: 1.07% (#180 fastest growth)
  • Unemployment rate, April 2024: 2.2%
  • Median home value, 2022: $284,700
  • Total population, 2023: 182,324