Top 10 States with Population Decline in United States 2025

9. Hawaii - Net population loss driven by high living costs. 10. Michigan - Population decreases in select areas.

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8. Pennsylvania - Gradual decline in certain regions.

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7. Connecticut - Loss of population attributed to outmigration.

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6. Louisiana - Declines due to economic challenges.

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5. Mississippi - Experiencing a gradual decline in residents.

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4. West Virginia - Continues a trend of population loss.

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3. California - Population decrease linked to living costs and migration trends.

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2. Illinois - Declining due to high taxes and outmigration.

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1. New York - Projected to decline by over 2 million residents within 25 years.

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