"Big Apple Shrinks: New York City Experiences Population Decline for First Time in Years. A recent study by the Citizens Budget Commission has revealed that New York City's population took a surprising hit in 2025, ending a two-year streak of steady growth. The decline is attributed to two significant factors: a sharp decrease in foreign-born residents and a notable exodus of young professionals. As the city struggles to find its footing, experts are left wondering what this shift in demographics means for the future of the nation's largest metropolis."
New York City saw a population decline in 2025 after two years of solid growth, according to a new study from the Citizens Budget Commission. It’s a symptom of two major changes: a dramatic decline in ...
