Webfrom july 1, 2022, to july 1, 2023, 17 of california’s 58 counties experienced a population increase while the majority lost residents.
But there are other reasons too.
Webmore than half of california’s 58 counties lost population during that timeframe.
Many of the counties seeing a reduction in population are in southern california and the bay area;
Webcalifornia’s unprecedented population loss during the pandemic raises questions about what a shrinking or slowly growing population means for the state’s future.
Websan francisco and santa clara counties see increases in residents, but alameda and san mateo drop.
A drone view of traffic on highway 24 eastbound heading.