7 of the Fastest-Growing Cities in 2025 Are in Texas, but You May Have Never Heard of Them

When looking to relocate to a new city, you should do some research and consider places that are growing. A growing city indicates a booming job market, good infrastructure, low or lowering crime rates and overall livability.

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In May, the Texas Tribune analyzed population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau showing that of the 15 fastest-growing cities in the U.S. in 2025, seven are in Texas. You may not have heard of these places, but they’re making a big impression as they attract droves of residents.

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7. Hutto

• Population in 2023: 38,980  

• Population in 2024: 42,661 

• Percentage growth year over year: 9.4% 

• Single-family home average cost in 2025: $359,020

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6. Melissa

• Population in 2023: 23,812  

• Population in 2024: 26,194 

• Percentage growth year over year: 10.0%

• Single-family home average cost in 2025: $460,317 

5. Fate

• Population in 2023: 24,666  

• Population in 2024: 27,467

• Percentage growth year over year: 11.4% 

• Single-family home average cost in 2025: $371,778

4. Anna

• Population in 2023: 27,909

• Population in 2024: 31,986 

• Percentage growth year over year: 14.6% 

• Single-family home average cost in 2025: $367,823

3. Celina

• Population in 2023: 43,700 

• Population in 2024: 51,661 

• Percentage growth year over year: 18.2%

• Single-family home average cost in 2025: $609,830

2. Fulshear

• Population in 2023: 43,033

• Population in 2024: 54,629 

• Percentage growth year over year: 26.9%

• Single-family home average cost in 2025: $544,701

1. Princeton

• Population in 2023: 28,336 

• Population in 2024: 37,019 

• Percentage growth year over year: 30.6%

• Single-family home average cost in 2025: $323,480

Editor’s note: Photos are for representational purposes only and might not reflect the exact locations listed in this article.

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