Census Estimates: South Carolina Is Fastest Growing State in the U.S.

Census estimates: South Carolina is fastest growing state in the U.S.

Nearly every state saw their population increase last year.

Census Bureau: South Carolina recorded the nation’s most rapid population gains. Again.

No other state saw its population rise as rapidly as South Carolina in 2025, according to just-released Census Bureau estimates. The ongoing population growth has brought benefits and challenges.

South Carolina economy shows strength amid growth challenges

​ Manufacturing and life sciences continue to drive South Carolina’s economy State led the nation in real GDP growth in early 2025 Population growth is straining housing affordability and infrastructure Economists cite tariffs, inflation and consumer uncertainty as key challenges   Experts say South Carolina’s economy is humming. Between the continued long-term success of the manufacturing industry and the surging life sciences industry, e…