Tag #Us Population Growth

What is the primary driver of the significant population increase in US cities between 2023 and 2024, and what are its immediate consequences?

Between 2023 and 2024, US cities experienced a 1.1% population increase, reaching 293.9 million inhabitants. This growth, exceeding the national average of 1%, is primarily due to nearly 2.7 million international migrants settling in urban areas. This influx offset domestic outflows, significantly impacting city demographics.