Fastest-Growing Places in the U.S. in 2020-21
The fastest-growing cities in the country are determined by the net migration of each metro area, which is measured by the growth or decline of the population over the past five years. The percent increase in that period of time is how U.S. News determines the metro areas where the most people are moving. For more information on how we rank, read the Best Places to Live methodology.
View All 60 PhotosFort Myers, FL
#1 in Fastest-Growing Places
For many years the Southwest Gulf Coast's population had little growth and remained somewhat isolated from the rest of... Read More- Overall Score
- Overall Score
- 6.7
- Quality of Life
- Quality of Life
- 6.7
- Value
- Value
- 5.2
- Overall Score
- 6.7
- Quality of Life
- 6.7
- Value
- 5.2
View All 40 PhotosMyrtle Beach, SC
#1 in Fastest-Growing Places
Although it's better known to outsiders as a vacation hot spot for beachgoers and golfers, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina... Read More- Overall Score
- Overall Score
- 7
- Quality of Life
- Quality of Life
- 6.4
- Value
- Value
- 5.7
- Overall Score
- 7
- Quality of Life
- 6.4
- Value
- 5.7
View All 122 PhotosNaples, FL
#3 in Fastest-Growing Places
Nestled between the edges of the Everglades and the shores of the Gulf of Mexico sits Collier County, home to Naples... Read More- Overall Score
- Overall Score
- 7.2
- Quality of Life
- Quality of Life
- 7.6
- Value
- Value
- 4.6
- Overall Score
- 7.2
- Quality of Life
- 7.6
- Value
- 4.6
View All 50 PhotosSarasota, FL
#4 in Fastest-Growing Places
Warm temperatures year-round, award-winning beaches and a thriving arts and cultural scene have made Sarasota a go-to... Read More- Overall Score
- Overall Score
- 7.1
- Quality of Life
- Quality of Life
- 7.2
- Value
- Value
- 5.7
- Overall Score
- 7.1
- Quality of Life
- 7.2
- Value
- 5.7
View All 44 PhotosDaytona Beach, FL
#6 in Fastest-Growing Places
The Daytona Beach population swells and wanes like the ocean tide. Every winter, the region's beaches overflow with... Read More- Overall Score
- Overall Score
- 6.5
- Quality of Life
- Quality of Life
- 6.4
- Value
- Value
- 4.8
- Overall Score
- 6.5
- Quality of Life
- 6.4
- Value
- 4.8
View All 56 PhotosLakeland, FL
#7 in Fastest-Growing Places
Aptly named for its 38 stunning lakes, Lakeland is infused with Old Florida history and natural beauty. Remnants of... Read More- Overall Score
- Overall Score
- 6.6
- Quality of Life
- Quality of Life
- 6.5
- Value
- Value
- 6
- Overall Score
- 6.6
- Quality of Life
- 6.5
- Value
- 6
View All 56 PhotosPort St. Lucie, FL
#8 in Fastest-Growing Places
Port St. Lucie is nestled along Florida's Treasure Coast, along the state's southeast side, about halfway between Miami... Read More- Overall Score
- Overall Score
- 6.5
- Quality of Life
- Quality of Life
- 6.7
- Value
- Value
- 4.8
- Overall Score
- 6.5
- Quality of Life
- 6.7
- Value
- 4.8
View All 70 PhotosFort Collins, CO
#9 in Fastest-Growing Places
Fort Collins was once overshadowed by Colorado’s heavily populated Front Range and famous mountain ski towns. That... Read More- Overall Score
- Overall Score
- 7.4
- Quality of Life
- Quality of Life
- 7.6
- Value
- Value
- 6
- Overall Score
- 7.4
- Quality of Life
- 7.6
- Value
- 6
View All 50 PhotosAustin, TX
#10 in Fastest-Growing Places
People are drawn to the Texas capital's music, outdoor spaces and cultural institutions. Austin was established along... Read More- Overall Score
- Overall Score
- 7.4
- Quality of Life
- Quality of Life
- 7.1
- Value
- Value
- 6.6
- Overall Score
- 7.4
- Quality of Life
- 7.1
- Value
- 6.6
