Census Bureau Reports Steady Growth in Midsized Cities Amid National Slowdown
The U.S. Census Bureau has released its Vintage 2025 population estimates, revealing a significant slowdown in population growth across the nation, particularly in the largest cities. Between July 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025, midsized cities maintained growth patterns similar to the previous year, while larger cities experienced more pronounced declines. For instance, Charlotte, North Carolina, the 14th largest city in the U.S., added 20,731 residents, making it the city with the highest numeric growth. However, it was only the seventh fastest-growing city in its metro area by percentage, with Fort Mill, South Carolina, leading with a 6.8% increase. This trend of midsized cities outpacing central cities in growth was observed nationwide. New York City saw the largest numeric decline, losing 12,196 residents, yet its surrounding suburbs, like Port Chester, New York, experienced significant growth. The slowdown was most notable in the Northeast, but it affected all regions, with the South still leading in aver... 
