Tag: water scarcity

  • Utah’s Population Growth Slows—but the Real Story Is What Comes Next

    Utah’s Population Growth Slows—but the Real Story Is What Comes Next

    Utah’s population grew by 44,351 from July 2024 to July 2025, signaling a shift to natural increase rather than migration, reflecting challenges like housing unaffordability. Urban growth strains local resources while rural areas decline. Notably, fertility rates drop suggests future economic pressures. Serious policy attention is needed for sustainable growth.