The Fastest Growing Cities in Texas: 2025 Report
Our research team compiled and analyzed population growth data to create a report on Texas’s fastest growing cities in 2025. Texas leads the nation in population growth, with 7 of the 15 fastest-growing cities in the U.S., according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Vintage 2024 estimates (released May 2025).
- Princeton, TX ranks #1 nationwide with a 30.6% population increase from 2023 to 2024.
- 5 of the top 15 growth cities are located in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, including Celina, Anna, and Melissa.
This concentrated growth is driving billions in infrastructure demand, especially in excavation, utility installation, and site development. Contractors operating in DFW’s high-growth corridors are seeing sustained project volume across residential and commercial sectors.
Top 15 Fastest Growing Texas Cities by Annual Growth Rate (2024-2025)
| Rank | City | County | Annual Growth Rate | 2025 Population | 2020 Population | Growth Since 2020 |
| 1 | Princeton | Collin | 30.6% | 37,019 | 17,537 | 111.2% |
| 2 | Fulshear | Fort Bend | 26.9% | 54,629 | 17,558 | 211.1% |
| 3 | Celina | Collin/Denton | 18.2% | 51,661 | 17,808 | 190.2% |
| 4 | Anna | Collin | 14.6% | 31,986 | 17,370 | 84.2% |
| 5 | Fate | Rockwall | 11.4% | 27,467 | 18,412 | 49.2% |
| 6 | Melissa | Collin | 10.0% | 26,194 | 14,336 | 82.7% |
| 7 | Hutto | Williamson | 9.4% | 42,661 | 28,081 | 51.9% |
| 8 | Josephine | Collin | 18.5% | 10,351 | 2,255 | 359.0% |
| 9 | Liberty Hill | Williamson | 17.5% | 14,850 | 3,794 | 291.5% |
| 10 | Caddo Mills | Hunt | 17.6% | 5,969 | 1,504 | 296.9% |
| 11 | Royse City | Rockwall | 12.6% | 31,084 | 13,719 | 126.6% |
| 12 | Manor | Travis | 9.1% | 24,273 | 14,112 | 72.0% |
| 13 | Prosper | Collin/Denton | 8.0% | 48,889 | 30,816 | 58.7% |
| 14 | Forney | Kaufman | 9.8% | 43,196 | 23,880 | 80.8% |
| 15 | Georgetown | Williamson | 8.7% | 114,687 | 68,749 | 66.8% |
Fastest Growing Texas Cities by Total Population (2020-2025)
The cities adding the most residents between 2020 and 2025 reflect Texas’s dominant metro expansion patterns. Georgetown leads all U.S. cities in absolute growth with 45,938 new residents, followed closely by Fulshear (+37,071) and Celina (+33,853), two of the fastest-growing suburbs in the Houston and Dallas–Fort Worth regions.
These high-growth cities are positioned along major job corridors and supported by rapid residential development, affordable land, and expanding utility infrastructure. Notably, even smaller cities like Princeton and Anna added over 14,000 residents each, underscoring the depth of population inflows across North Texas.
Meanwhile, Austin, despite a lower growth rate, added 23,425 new residents, demonstrating how core urban centers continue to expand alongside suburban surges. This population influx is driving unprecedented infrastructure pressure, particularly in site preparation, water and sewer extensions, and new utility installation.
Fastest Growing Texas Cities by Total Population Added (2020-2025)
| City | Population Added | Current Population | Growth Rate | Primary Growth Drivers |
| Georgetown | 45,938 | 114,687 | 66.8% | Austin proximity, master-planned communities |
| Fulshear | 37,071 | 54,629 | 211.1% | Houston suburban expansion, new developments |
| Celina | 33,853 | 51,661 | 190.2% | Dallas-Fort Worth growth corridor |
| Forney | 19,316 | 43,196 | 80.8% | Eastern Dallas County development |
| Princeton | 19,482 | 37,019 | 111.2% | Dallas suburban affordability |
| Prosper | 18,073 | 48,889 | 58.7% | Premium Dallas suburb expansion |
| Austin | 23,425 | 989,252 | 2.4% | Tech industry growth, job creation |
| Hutto | 14,580 | 42,661 | 51.9% | Austin metro expansion |
| Anna | 14,616 | 31,986 | 84.2% | Dallas-Fort Worth corridor |
| Melissa | 11,858 | 26,194 | 82.7% | North Dallas development |
Metropolitan Area Analysis
The Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex shows the highest concentration of rapid-growth cities in the country, with five cities among the nation’s top 15. This growth reflects broader trends: business relocations, affordable housing, and strong job growth across Texas.
For excavation and underground utility contractors, this regional clustering creates major operational advantages. Having multiple high-growth cities within a 50-mile radius enables efficient crew scheduling, shared equipment use, and lower transportation costs between job sites.
Growth by Metropolitan Statistical Area
| Metro Area | Fast-Growing Cities (Top 50 – US) | Combined Population Added | Infrastructure Investment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | 18 | 189,420 | $8.2B (2024-2025) |
| Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land | 8 | 82,150 | $4.1B (2024-2025) |
| Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown | 6 | 67,340 | $3.8B (2024-2025) |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | 4 | 34,890 | $1.9B (2024-2025) |
| Killeen-Temple | 3 | 18,750 | $950M (2024-2025) |
Home Prices vs. Growth
Housing affordability is a key driver of growth. In Princeton, now the fastest-growing city in the U.S., median home prices average $325,000, compared to $500,000+ in nearby McKinney. This affordability gap is reshaping regional development and fueling sustained demand for site preparation, utility installation, and roadwork.
| City | Median Home Price | Population Growth Rate |
| Celina | $380K | +190.2% |
| Princeton | $325K | +111.2% |
| Anna | $340K | +84.2% |
| Melissa | $365K | +82.7% |
| Frisco | $685K | +3.2% |
| McKinney | $500K | +2.4% |
Conclusion
Texas continues to drive national population growth, with seven cities ranking among America’s 15 fastest-growing communities. The Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex leads this expansion, creating concentrated opportunities for infrastructure contractors and development professionals.
For excavation contractors like Kitching & Co., these growth patterns represent market opportunities in utility installation, site preparation, and emergency repair services. The clustering of high-growth cities within North Texas creates optimal conditions for efficient service delivery and long-term business development.
Understanding these growth patterns enables strategic resource allocation, competitive positioning, and service expansion planning in Texas’s most dynamic markets.
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Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau – “Population Growth Reported Across Cities and Towns in All U.S. Regions.” (May 15 2025) → https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2025/vintage-2024-popest.html Census.gov
- Texas Tribune – “The fastest-growing city in the U.S. is in Texas, and it’s not the one you’re thinking of.” (Joshua Fechter, May 15 2025) → https://www.texastribune.org/2025/05/15/texas-fastest-growing-princeton-fort-worth-population-census/ Texas Tribune
- World Population Review – “Fastest Growing Cities in Texas (2025).” → https://worldpopulationreview.com/us-city-rankings/fastest-growing-cities-in-texas ctdata.org+1
- RealPage Analytics – “Texas is Home to Most of Nation’s Fastest-Growing Cities.” → https://www.realpage.com/analytics/texas-nation-fastest-growing-cities/
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