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Texas Tops U.S. in Resident Migration, Gains 2.1 Million

1/22/2026

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Texas led U.S. states in supplying new residents to nine other states, per the U.S. Census Bureau.
From 2020 to 2024, Texas gained 2.1 million residents, reaching 31 million and ranking second nationally.
California was the top source for western states, while Florida dominated the Southeast.
Experts noted that large populations generate high migration volumes.
The Census Bureau will release new population estimates next week, reflecting changes in 2025.

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Story summary

Texas led U.S. states in supplying new residents to nine other states, per the U.S. Census Bureau.
From 2020 to 2024, Texas gained 2.1 million residents, reaching 31 million and ranking second nationally.
California was the top source for western states, while Florida dominated the Southeast.
Experts noted that large populations generate high migration volumes.
The Census Bureau will release new population estimates next week, reflecting changes in 2025.