5 Fastest Growing Mid size Cities in the US

In this article we are going to list the 5 fastest growing mid size cities in the US. For a detailed coverage of this topic and a more comprehensive list please head on over to the 25 fastest growing mid size cities in the US.

5. Bend, Oregon

Bend is situated in the Deschutes County of Oregon and is also the county seat. It is a high desert city and is known for its showcase of lava rock formations and old growth Juniper trees. The city has a growth rate of 3.8%, with a population of 83,526 in 2014 and 100,421 in 2019.

4. Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Located in the Rutherford county of Tennessee, Murfreesboro is home to the state’s largest undergraduate university, Middle Tennessee State University. It is one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Murfreesboro has a growth rate of 4.0%. Its population grew from 120,808 in 2014 to 146,900 in 2019.

3. McKinney, Texas

Located in Colin County in Texas, McKinney is the county’s second largest city. It served as the county’s principal commercial center for 125 years. It has a growth rate of 4.9%. McKinney’s population was 152,143 in 2014 and grew to 199,177 in 2019.

2. Meridian, Mississippi

With a population growth form 89,174 in 2014 to 114,161 in 2019, our runner up has a growth rate of 5.1%. Meridian is located in the Lauderdale County of Mississippi. It is home to Mississippi’s 50 million dollar museum Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience (the MAX).

1. Frisco, Texas

With a whopping 6.7% growth rate, Frisco easily tops our list of the 25 fastest growing mid size cities in the United States. Its population rose from 144,965 in 2014 to 200,490 in 2019. It is situated in the Collin and Denton Counties of Texas. Frisco is noted to be one of the most expensive cities to live in the state with its houses expenses 21% higher and utility prices 4% higher than the national average.

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