The 2022 population in the Chicago metro area was 9,442,159.
Reality check: The chart above shows mostly Florida towns getting a bump in population, which may also be due to baby boomers retiring to warmer climates.
Driving the news: Our friends at Axios Twin Cities recently asked readers to name their second-place state, and Colorado came in first with 13% of the responses.
When Axios Denver asked the same question to Coloradans, California topped the list with almost 18%.
The intrigue: We're curious where you would move. This is a dream scenario, so let's say that your income was adjusted for inflation and your social scene was robust.
What would your second-favorite state be?
Please take our survey below.We'll unveil your responses next week.