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.

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.