2023 U.S. Census Bureau estimates show the South experienced the fastest city growth (1%) while Northeast and Midwest cities rebounded, driven by housing and job opportunities.

2023 population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau reveal the South experienced the fastest city growth, with an average of 1%, while Northeast and Midwest cities rebounded. The migration trends are believed to be more influenced by housing and job opportunities rather than politics. Texas and large southern cities saw the most growth, with 13 of the 15 fastest-growing cities being in the South.