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ST. GEORGE — Southwest Utah saw a population increase of over 8,000 people last year, according to new estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Between July 1, 2021 and July 1, 2022, Iron County gained around 1,900 new residents while Washington County gained 6,200, according to a press release of the federal agency released Thursday.
As of July 2022, Iron County's population was estimated at 62,429, while Washington County was estimated at 197,680. Both counties experienced a growth rate of just over 3% over the previous year.
The continuing growth across the southwest corner of the state is highlighted in the sight of the many new homes and residential developments that continue to pop up across the region.
"The secret is out and everyone wants to come here," Washington County Chair Adam Snow said.
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