US EditionA Texas Suburb that Saw Its Population Jump by a Third Is the Fastest-Growing City in the US
- Princeton, a city about 46 miles north of Dallas in Collin County, experienced the fastest population growth in the U.S. Last year with a 30% increase.
- This rapid growth stems from Princeton's transformation from a small farming community of 800 residents in 1961 to a booming suburb attracting new housing and businesses.
- City leaders, including Mayor Eugene Escobar Jr., are addressing infrastructure challenges by supporting long-term planning, new residential developments, and a temporary moratorium on home construction.
- The city’s population grew from approximately 28,000 in 2023 to 37,000 in 2024, with Escobar highlighting that the affordability of living in Princeton, despite the longer commute, remains a key factor attracting new residents.
- The surge has brought new jobs but also strained roads, water supply, schools, and city services, suggesting continued efforts are needed to maintain quality of life amid growth.
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