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What is the fastest-growing state?

Sun Belt states, Texas, Florida, Idaho, Utah, North and South Carolina, have led US population growth in recent ACS releases. Net growth combines births minus deaths plus interstate migration.

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Growth concentrates in states with lower housing costs, business-friendly tax regimes, warm climates, and growing job markets. Costlier coastal states often see net out-migration even with positive natural increase.

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Sun Belt states, Texas, Florida, Idaho, Utah, North and South Carolina, have led US population growth in recent ACS releases. Net growth combines births minus deaths plus interstate migration.