While California has felt a surge in its population every year, in 2019, it seems like the increase slowed down. California’s population growth may have begun to slow because cities like Corcoran show a dramatic drop in numbers.
Corcoran’s numbers recently announced a dip in residents by 12.6%, sending the population down to 21,676. High taxes in California could be why their growth has stalled, although it could also be Corcoran’s slower pace of life that drives people away.
Pittsfield, Massachusetts
When job opportunities in a city disappear, it’s only a matter of time before the people follow suit. Pittsfield in Massachusetts was once a booming city thanks to General Electric, but people also began leaving when the company decided to relocate in the 1980s. Since General Electric left Pittsfield, the town has experienced a staggering 26.5% slump in numbers as there are better opportunities for employment to be found elsewhere.
Pittsfield lost around 7,000 residents between 2010 and 2018, but with new jobs offered by General Dynamics and Berkshire Health Systems, the city could rise once again in the future.
Worland, Wyoming
When major cities experience continued growth, it's often at the expense of smaller cities and towns. Bigger cities have overshadowed one such town in Wyoming, and that is Worland.
Since the 1960s, the people in Worland have had their ups and downs, or rather, Worland experienced a population loss of 7.5%, which may be troubling, and something that the residents of Worland hope won't carry on.
Rutland, Vermont
Vermont's population figures have pretty much stayed the same over the years, with Rutland seeing the biddest outflux of people; since 2010, it has seen a decrease in its population by 7.1%.
Located nearly 65 miles north of the Massachusetts state line and 20 miles east of the New York state line, despite its ideal location, Rutland has been losing people at a steady pace, with over 20% of the people leaving.
Cordele, Georgia
Cordele in Georgia is recognized as the "Watermelon Capital of the World." Unfortunately, Cordele has been struggling with a declining population for years, and the government has even passed a law to try and stop more people from leaving.
The population of Cordele was 11,608, in 2010 and that number was 10,638 in 2018. It seems that Cordele is losing people every year, and there are plans to lower taxes in an attempt to attract more people to Cordele.