The demographic expansion in Florida experienced a significant slowdown in 2025, largely due to an unprecedented decline in internal migration, as revealed by the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Between July 2024 and July 2025, a mere 22,517 individuals relocated to Florida from other states, a stark contrast to the 183,646 who made the move in 2023 and the 310,892 in 2022, marking an 88% decrease over two years.
For much of the past decade, Florida was a leading destination for migrants within the United States, topping national population growth statistics.
However, the report indicates that Florida has dropped to eighth place in terms of net domestic migration, overtaken by Alabama, which welcomed 23,358 new residents during the same timeframe.
Despite this decline, Florida continued to experience overall population growth, bolstered by international migration, which added 178,674 people between July 2024 and June 2025. This figure is among the highest in the nation, alongside states like Texas, California, and New York.
In total, Florida's population grew from 23.26 million to 23.46 million, representing a 0.8% increase, which is lower than the 1.4% rise seen the previous year.
The U.S. Census Bureau noted that the demographic slowdown across the nation is primarily due to a 53.8% reduction in net international migration, which dropped from 2.7 million in 2024 to 1.3 million in 2025, while birth and death rates remained stable.
Nationally, the U.S. population grew by just 0.5% (1.8 million people) from July 2024 to July 2025, marking the lowest increase since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Meanwhile, South Carolina led the country with the highest percentage growth (1.5%), followed by Idaho (1.4%) and North Carolina (1.3%), driven mainly by internal migration.
The report highlights that Florida remains the third most populous state in the U.S., with 23.46 million residents, trailing only California (39.35 million) and Texas (31.7 million).
Florida's Migration Trends and Population Growth
What caused the decline in Florida's migration numbers?
The decline is attributed to a significant reduction in internal migration to Florida, as well as a national decrease in net international migration.
How did Florida's population manage to grow despite the migration drop?
Florida's population growth was sustained by a considerable influx of international migrants, adding 178,674 individuals to the state's population.
Which states experienced the highest population growth in 2025?
South Carolina, Idaho, and North Carolina saw the highest percentage growth rates, primarily due to domestic migration.