According to the US Census Bureau, immigration significantly fueled the nation’s population growth in 2024, with a 1% increase marking the fastest rate in 23 years, surpassing 340 million residents.
New arrivals accounted for 84% of the 3.3 million population increase, with 2.8 million immigrants added, partly due to new counting methods that include those admitted for humanitarian reasons.
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Births outnumbered deaths by approximately 519,000, an improvement over the pandemic’s low figures but still below historical highs.
The change in immigration dynamics comes just before President-elect Donald Trump’s return to office, who has indicated intentions for mass deportations.
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Additionally, the Migration Policy Institute reported over 5.8 million humanitarian admissions from 2021 to 2024, highlighting evolving immigration trends that have marked recent years.
Overall, the demographic shifts showcase how immigration continues to play a crucial role in shaping the U.S. population landscape.
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