Since 2019, the city’s population has dropped by nearly 10,000 residents, a loss of more than 8% of its population, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. And Sugar Land is not alone.

Houston’s population remained virtually stagnant between 2022 and 2023, adding about 7,000 residents for an increase of 0.31%, the 2023 American Community Survey Single-Year Estimates show.

The greater Dallas area saw the highest jump. It added 152,598 residents, bringing its total population over 8 million. The greater Houston area followed closely behind, adding 139,789 over the ...