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New data shows how populations increased or decreased from July 1, 2022, to July 1, 2023, by state.
  • The Census Bureau released new 2023 estimates that indicate just how much state populations have expanded or shrunk.
  • South Carolina was the fastest-growing state from July 1, 2022, to July 1, 2023.
  • New York saw its population decline from where it stood in July 2022.

While Texas had the biggest overall population increase between 2022 and 2023, South Carolina took the top spot by percent increase during this time.