International migration into Monroe County almost squarely offset the number of domestic migrants leaving, resulting in little population change.

“Back in 2008, natural increase — or the difference between births and deaths — accounted for 77% of Indiana’s growth," said Kinghorn. "In 2024, by contrast, a net international migration of 30,852 residents accounted for 70% of the state’s growth.”

Population growth is crucial for any state's economy and Indiana is experiencing its best growth in a generation. Most of the growth is fueled by immigrants seeking asylum in Indiana.