5 Fastest Growing States in the US

In this article, we will look into the 5 fastest growing states in the US. If you want to read our detailed analysis, you can go directly to the 15 Fastest Growing States in the US.

5. Montana

Change in Population (2020-2023): 4.5%

Montana is ranked among the fastest growing states in the US. The state reported a population change of 4.5% from 2020 to 2023. Montana had a total population of 1,132,812 in 2023.

4. Texas

Change in Population (2020-2023): 4.7%

Texas is ranked among the fastest growing states in the US. According to the US Census Bureau, the population in the state grew by 4.7% from 2020 to 2023. In 2023, Texas reported a total population of 30,503,301.

3. South Carolina

Change in Population (2020-2023): 5.0%

Ranked 3rd on our list, South Carolina reported a total population of 5,373,555 in 2023. The total population in the state has grown by 5% from 2020 to 2023, as reported by the US Census Bureau.

2. Florida

Change in Population (2020-2023): 5.0%

Florida is one of the fastest fastest growing US states. In 2023, the state reported a total population of 22,610,726. The total population in the state has grown by 5% from 2020 levels.

1. Idaho

Change in Population (2020-2023): 6.8%

Idaho tops our list of the fastest growing states in the US. According to the US Census Bureau, the population in the state grew by 6.8% from 2020 to 2023. In 2023, Idaho reported a total population of 1,964,726.

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