Dallas, Texas, February 6, 2026
Texas added over 391,000 residents in 2025, but its growth rate slowed significantly to 1.2%, the lowest since 2021. This decline is influenced by a 48% drop in international migration and reduced domestic moves, raising concerns about future economic expansion. Kaufman County, southeast of Dallas, remains the state’s fastest-growing area. As other states like South Carolina and Idaho also see population increases, Texas’s slowing growth reflects a broader national trend.
Dallas, Texas: Population Growth Slows Amid Nationwide Migration Decline
Dallas, Texas — Recent U.S. Census Bureau data reveals that Texas led the nation in population growth in 2025, adding 391,243 residents, bringing the state’s total to 31.7 million. However, this growth rate of 1.2% marks the slowest since 2021, indicating a significant slowdown compared to previous years.
Decline in International Migration
The slowdown is largely attributed to a 48% decrease in international migration. Texas welcomed 167,475 newcomers from abroad in 2025, down from 319,569 the previous year. This decline reflects a broader national trend, with net international migration to the U.S. falling by about 55% to 1.3 million in 2025 from 2.7 million in 2024.
Reduced Domestic Migration
Domestic migration to Texas also decreased. Approximately 67,299 people moved to Texas from other states in 2025, a sharp decline from 222,154 in 2022. This suggests that the influx of residents from other parts of the U.S. has diminished, possibly due to factors such as rising housing costs and economic uncertainties.
Implications for Economic Growth
The reduction in both international and domestic migration may impact Texas’s economic growth. State demographer Lloyd Potter noted that the slowdown could lead to a less robust economic expansion compared to recent years.
State and National Trends
While Texas experienced the highest population increase, other states also saw growth. South Carolina led with a 1.5% increase, followed by Idaho at 1.4%, North Carolina at 1.3%, and Utah at 1%. Nationally, the U.S. population grew by less than half a percentage point, bringing the total to 341.8 million.
County-Level Growth
At the county level, Kaufman County, located southeast of Dallas, was the fastest-growing in Texas, with a 6% increase. Other rapidly growing counties include Liberty and Montgomery, which grew by 5.4% and 4.8%, respectively.
Conclusion
The slowdown in Texas’s population growth reflects a nationwide trend of reduced migration. While the state continues to add residents, the pace has decelerated, potentially affecting future economic development.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| State Population Growth in 2025 | 391,243 residents added, total population 31.7 million |
| International Migration Decline | 48% decrease, 167,475 newcomers from abroad |
| Domestic Migration Decline | 67,299 people moved to Texas from other states |
| Fastest-Growing County | Kaufman County, 6% increase |
| Economic Implications | Potential for less robust economic expansion |
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