Arizona Cities Top U.S. Population Growth Chart

A new article published by SmartAsset discusses the significant impact of population growth on local economies and how it can affect housing, businesses, and infrastructure. It highlights findings from a study by SmartAsset that examined U.S. population data in 344 large cities from 2017 to 2022.

Key findings include:

1. Southwestern cities have experienced the most significant population growth in the last five years.
2. Buckeye, Arizona, had the highest growth at 48.1%, with a population of 105,567 in 2022.
3. Enterprise, Nevada, followed closely with a 46.0% increase in population.
4. Goodyear, Arizona, experienced a 27.4% growth.
5. Some cities, like Atascocita, Texas, and Lewisville, Texas, saw significant one-year growth despite lower five-year growth rates.
6. Davie, Florida, had the largest shift toward a male population, while Fullerton, California, had the most significant shift toward a female population.

The study analyzed cities with populations of 100,000 or higher in 2022 and ranked them based on their five-year population growth. It also examined changes in the balance between men and women within these populations. Population changes could be attributed to births, deaths, or migrations.

Among the cities experiencing significant population growth, Arizona stood out prominently:

1. Buckeye, Arizona: Topped the list with the most remarkable population growth, showing a 48.1% increase over the past five years. In 2022, the population of Buckeye reached 105,567, with a gender distribution of 51.2% men and 48.8% women.

2. Goodyear, Arizona: Another Arizona city, Goodyear, also witnessed substantial growth with a 27.4% increase in population over the same five-year period. By 2022, the city's population stood at 105,404, maintaining a balanced gender ratio, with men accounting for 50.19% of the population.

Arizona's cities, including Buckeye and Goodyear, have been notable for their rapid population expansion, making them key areas to watch in terms of economic and social developments.