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international migration
Coverage of international migration in the Nexus archive.
- ‘LaPolitics’: Three questions for Better Louisiana’s Adam Knapp
Louisiana's population in 2024 grew for the first time since 2017, driven by reduced out-migration and in-migration linked to economic factors like healthcare and construction. Young families and individuals from high-cost states, drawn by affordability, contributed to the trend, alongside international migration, which now accounts for 25% of in-migration.
- Charlotte region adds 135 people a day despite drop in migration
The Charlotte region experienced a 14% decline in net migration but remained the fastest-growing area in domestic migration in 2025, adding 135 people daily. International migration dropped 33%, mirroring a national 55% decline, while the region ranked fourth in overall U.S. migration.