Census Trends: Suburbs and Outlying Counties Propel Broad Growth Across the South
· Texas Border Business
From 2020 to 2025, the South experienced the fastest population growth in the U.S., with a 6.0% increase, nearly double the national average of 3.1%. This growth was driven by outlying metro counties, which saw increases across all age groups. Notably, the South was the only region to grow in the under-18 demographic, with a 1.1% rise, while other regions saw declines. The Census Bureau highlighted that demographic changes are influenced by the aging baby boomer population and local migration patterns. The median age in the U.S. rose to 39.4 years in 2025, with women outnumbering men by 6.3 million.
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