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Sunshine States Shine Brightest: Florida and Texas Tied for Top US Destinations for Movers

ByRachel K. Belkin
Where are Americans packing their bags and heading? The latest study by Forbes Home has revealed the top destinations for movers within the U.S., From sunny beaches to bustling cities, and it’s no surprise that Florida and Texas are tied for the top spot. But where does California fall in the mix? First, look at the numbers and discover which states attract the most newcomers.

The Most Popular American States to Move To

Forbes Home, a moving expert group, conducted a recent study on the most popular American states to move to, which revealed that Florida and Texas share the top spot. The study analyzed data from the U.S. Census Bureau on state-to-state migration, determining where Americans lived one year before, and where they moved to. The study’s findings showed:
  • Florida was the first choice for movers from seven states, with 601,611 movers from all other 49 states and Washington, D.C., during 2019.
  • Texas was tied with Florida as the most common destination for movers from seven other states, with 559,661 movers across the U.S.
  • California came in second place, ranking as the most popular moving destination for residents of six other states, with 480,204 movers.
  • The most significant influx to Florida came from Georgia, with 49,681 people moving there.
  • The most significant influx to Texas came from California, with 82,235 individuals moving from that state.
  • Washington had the most people moving to California, with 31,882 individuals.
  • Washington, Massachusetts, and Minnesota are each the number one destination for three states.
  • Washington is most popular for movers from Idaho, Oregon, and Montana, with 231,956 movers.
  • Massachusetts is the top destination for movers from Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, with 144,079 arrivals from other states.
  • Minnesota is the No. 1 destination for North Dakota and South Dakota movers, with 106,920 moving to the state.

Top Five Most Popular Destinations for All 50 American States, Along With the Number of People Who Made the Move

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Study on the Most Popular American States to Move to Conducted by Forbes Home

Forbes Home, a trusted source in the personal finance industry with decades of experience, conducted the study. The editorial team is dedicated to empowering consumers to make informed financial decisions and select the best financial products for their goals and lifestyle. Forbes Home prioritizes research, deep expertise, and rigorous methodologies to ensure its coverage, reviews, and advice are of the highest quality.

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Rachel K. Belkin is an Austin‑based and Pittsburgh-based educator, writer, marketing director, and travel advisor. She is the founder and editor‑in‑chief of Probe the Globe, a travel publication with content syndicated on national and global outlets. Rachel collaborates with businesses and community organizations to tell stories and create content that informs, inspires, and strengthens connections. Her travel, lifestyle, and health reporting has appeared on MSN, Yahoo News, AP News, HuffPost, Matador Network, EuroNews, the Associated Press, WGN, Hometalk, and in on‑air segments for Fox 7 Austin, KXAN, and CBS Austin. She also speaks at community and industry events, sharing stories on travel, marketing and branding strategy, and breast cancer survivorship.

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