Florida City Among The Fastest Growing Cities In America

Americans are moving all the time and for various reasons, from warmer climates and safety to saving some money. For those curious about where they're going, 24/7 Wall St. found the fastest-growing cities in the country. Researchers say these destinations have Here's how they determined their list:

"To determine the fastest growing large cities, 24/7 Wall St. reviewed population data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2021 American Community Survey one-year estimates. We listed all 20 metropolitan statistical areas with at least 15% population growth from 2016 to 2021. We added seasonally-adjusted December employment figures – used to calculate employment growth from 2016 to 2021 – from the Bureau of Labor Statistics."

A popular Florida city made the list: Gainesville! Located in Alachua County, this destination is the home of the University of Florida and its football team the Gators. That means a true college-town experience along with sports bars, beautiful natural scenery, historical buildings, and plenty of engaging attractions.

Researchers also provided statistics to back up Gainesville's place on the list:

• 2016-2021 pop. growth: +22.4% (+63,085)
• 2021 population: 344,881 — #150 highest out of 381
• 2016 population: 281,796 — #168 highest out of 381
• 2016-2021 employment growth: 7.1% — #79 largest increase out of 231
• Dec 2021 unemployment rate: 3.6% — #150 lowest out of 381
• Dec 2016 unemployment rate: 4.2% — #115 lowest out of 381

Here are the Top 10 fastest-growing cities in America, according to the study:

1. Jackson, Tennessee
2. Manhattan, Kansas
3. Fayetteville, North Carolina
4. Longview, Texas
5. Ames, Iowa
6. Sumter, South Carolina
7. Morristown, Tennessee
8. Wausau-Weston, Wisconsin
9. Gainesville, Florida
10. Columbia, Missouri

Check out the full report on 24/7 Wall St's website.