| Moving is on the minds of many Americans as we approach the new year. A new study shows more than 25% of people moved in the past five years. 63% considered making the change. 1 in 5 people moved in 2021, with $3,946 -as the average amount an American spends to move. The Top states people are leaving: California, New York, and Illinois. The Northeast is the top region people are saying their goodbyes. Top states people are moving to: Florida, Texas, and Arizona. The South is the top region where people are moving. Top reasons for moving 1. A job 2. Being closer to family 3. A lower cost of living Many more Americans wish they could move, but the cost is stopping them. To find out how many – take a look at our report. |
Methodology
In September 2022, there were 1,058 Americans surveyed to learn about their moving habits. Respondents were 48% male, 48% female, and 4% transgender/non-binary. The average age of respondents was 38.
We analyzed data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s measure of “Net Domestic Migration” to determine the top 15 inbound and top 15 outbound U.S. states from April 1, 2020, to July 1, 2021. Full report.