New findings highlight the metropolitan areas gaining momentum and those facing increased economic pressure
OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, January 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — DatabaseUSA today released its annual National City-Level Business Growth and Decline Report, offering a detailed look at which urban centers are experiencing the strongest surge in new business formation, and which are seeing the sharpest contraction. The analysis reflects shifting migration patterns, evolving economic conditions, and the changing geography of entrepreneurship across the United States.
The report provides a clear view into the cities where business activity is expanding rapidly and those where economic headwinds are contributing to business closures or slowed formation.
Top 5 U.S. Cities Showing the Highest Business Growth
• Miami, FL
• Orlando, FL
• Houston, TX
• Austin, TX
• Phoenix, AZ
High-growth cities shared several common drivers. Miami continued to lead the nation due to sustained domestic migration, strong entrepreneurial activity, and significant investment in hospitality, real estate, and service industries. Orlando benefited from population growth, tourism recovery, and expanding entertainment and service sectors. Houston and Austin both showed strong momentum driven by corporate relocations, regional economic diversification, and a steady influx of new residents. Phoenix emerged as a high-growth market as affordability, in-migration from higher-cost states, and expanding construction and service industries supported new business formation.
Top 5 U.S. Cities Showing the Greatest Business Decline
• San Antonio, TX
• Seattle, WA
• Washington, DC
• Birmingham, AL
• Philadelphia, PA
Cities experiencing the steepest decline reflected a combination of structural economic constraints and demographic shifts. San Antonio and Seattle faced rising operating costs and slower population inflows. Washington, DC saw continued contraction tied to reduced in-person office activity and service-sector adjustments. Birmingham experienced challenges linked to slower economic diversification and business turnover. Philadelphia reflected pressures from legacy industries, commercial real estate adjustments, and cautious small business formation.
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