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.
#1 in Fastest-Growing Places (tie)
Although it's better known to outsiders as a vacation hot spot for beachgoers and golfers, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is also an a… more
#1 in Fastest-Growing Places (tie)
For many years the Southwest Gulf Coast's population had little growth and remained somewhat isolated from the rest of the Sunshine S… more
#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, Immokalee an… more
#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 place for retir… more
#6 in Fastest-Growing Places
The Daytona Beach population swells and wanes like the ocean tide. Every winter, the region's beaches overflow with tourists looking … more
#7 in Fastest-Growing Places
Aptly named for its 38 stunning lakes, Lakeland is infused with Old Florida history and natural beauty. Remnants of Lakeland's past, … more
#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 and Orlando. … more
#9 in Fastest-Growing Places
Fort Collins was once overshadowed by Colorado’s heavily populated Front Range and famous mountain ski towns. That status has chan… more
#10 in Fastest-Growing Places
People are drawn to the Texas capital's music, outdoor spaces and cultural institutions. Austin was established along the Colorado Ri… more
