Author: J0hns0nK3lley

Raleigh ranks second among the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., with a city population of 482,295 in 2023 and a metro population growth of 13.69% since 2020.

The U.S. Census Bureau’s Vintage 2024 estimates highlight that cities of all sizes grew on average from 2023 to 2024, with Southern and Western cities, including Raleigh, experiencing accelerated growth.

The Raleigh and Durham metros were both ranked 21st on the list of fastest-growing places in the U.S. for 2023-2024, reflecting significant population increases.

The city is among the top three fastest-growing U.S. cities based on construction trends, including rezonings and building permits.

Raleigh experienced a 5.12% population growth in 2024 and ranked third nationally for construction activity, driven by land acquisitions, building permits, and new property sales.