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Population in metro Atlanta area still growing but starting to slow, study says
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· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway According to the Atlanta Regional Commission, the region saw a 1% increase in population for 2026.
Population growth in the metro Atlanta area is slowing down. According to the Atlanta Regional Commission, the region saw a 1% increase in population for 2026. This growth rate is slightly lower than the previous year.
The commission's data shows that the number of new residents has decreased. In the period between 2024 and 2025, the region added 64,400 residents, but this number dropped to 53,690 in 2026. Further details on the population estimates are available from the Atlanta Regional Commission.
The commission releases these estimates annually, providing insight into the region's growth trends.
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Category: government Published: August 13, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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