Massachusetts Loses Population Again

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The US Census has just released the latest population data (July 2021 - July 2022) and it shows that Massachusetts has again lost population, with a total loss of 57,000 people and nine of the state's 14 counties losing population. The arrival of international migrants is mitigating the loss.The Salem News has an excellent and detailed analysis of the recent Census data which shares the following points:

  • Suffolk, Middlesex, & Essex Counties had the largest population loss.

  • Massachusetts had one of the largest population declines in the country.

  • There is a "wealth flight" and the new millionaire's tax may exacerbate that.

  • It's becoming less affordable for middle-income people to live in the Bay State.

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