Census Bureau Reports Population Declines in Major U.S. Cities as Immigration Slows
U.S. Urban Population Trends·March 26 – March 27, 2026
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Census Bureau Reports Population Declines in Major U.S. Cities as Immigration Slows
New estimates from the Census Bureau show that major American cities are losing residents. Los Angeles, Miami, and San Diego are among the metropolitan areas seeing population totals shrink. This trend is driven by a drop in international migration during the start of President Trump's second term. Data indicates that net immigration fell in every metro area throughout 2025.
Some of the most dramatic population drops occurred in communities along the southern border. Supporters of the administration's policies refer to these demographic shifts as the Trump effect. These changes mark a shift from previous years when immigration often helped maintain city populations.
Population growth in U.S. cities has slowedNet immigration FELL in EVERY metro area in 2025The Trump EffectLos Angeles, Miami and San Diego Are Shrinking as Immigration Slows
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TThe Wall Street Journal
“Census Bureau releases 2025 population estimates showing declines in major U.S. metro areas, including Los Angeles, Miami, and New York City, driven by slowed immigration.”
This article provides the official data showing the population decline and identifies the primary cause.
KKaroline Leavitt
“Population growth in U.S. cities has slowed and some of the steepest drops are in communities along the southern border as immigration fell during the opening months of President Donald Trump’s second term.”
This post shows how the administration is framing the Census data as a policy success.
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