Texas Metros Surge Amid U.S. Population Slowdown

0:00It's March 27, I'm Cory with the story, and this is Dallas News Today, your AI-powered local news. Latest U.S. Census data reveals slower population growth in most large metro areas nationwide, with 310 out of 300. 87 metros expanding at a reduced pace from 2024 to 2025. The main culprit is lower international migration. Yet Texas stands out, claiming four spots in the top 10 fastest growing metros, including the top two positions that more than doubled the growth of. Number 3 Houston, Pasadena. The Woodlands led with 126,720 new residents, while Dallas Fort Worth Arlington came in. Second at 123,557. Austin Round Rock, San Marcos, ranks sixth, with 53,796, and San Antonio New Braunfels hit ninth with. 38,402. Suburban counties around these big Texas cities fueled much of the surge, drawing families

1:02and workers amid the national slowdown. This pattern highlights how regional booms can offset broader trends tied to migration shifts. Turning to counties, Texas dominated again, with five in the top 10. Harris County, home to Houston, topped a list at 48,695 new residents. Colin County, near Dallas, followed with 42,966 Montgomery F-4th, with 30,011 Fort Bend Afe, with 24,163, and Williamson 9th, with 23,814. While Dallas County bucked the trend as the lone Texas entry in the top 10 decliners, shedding 2,616 people, the states, metros and suburbs keep driving America's brightest growth stories.