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
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Population in 2023: 38,980
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Population in 2024: 42,661
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Percentage growth year over year: 9.4%
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Single-family home average cost in 2025: $359,020
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6. Melissa
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Population in 2023: 23,812
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Population in 2024: 26,194
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Percentage growth year over year: 10.0%
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Single-family home average cost in 2025: $460,317
5. Fate
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Population in 2023: 24,666
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Population in 2024: 27,467
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Percentage growth year over year: 11.4%
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Single-family home average cost in 2025: $371,778
4. Anna
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Population in 2023: 27,909
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Population in 2024: 31,986
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Percentage growth year over year: 14.6%
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Single-family home average cost in 2025: $367,823
3. Celina
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Population in 2023: 43,700
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Population in 2024: 51,661
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Percentage growth year over year: 18.2%
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Single-family home average cost in 2025: $609,830
2. Fulshear
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Population in 2023: 43,033
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Population in 2024: 54,629
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Percentage growth year over year: 26.9%
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Single-family home average cost in 2025: $544,701
1. Princeton
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Population in 2023: 28,336
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Population in 2024: 37,019
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Percentage growth year over year: 30.6%
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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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This article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com: 7 of the Fastest-Growing Cities in 2025 Are in Texas, but You May Have Never Heard of Them