Migration Trends: Where Americans Are Moving and Why

Over half a million residents left New York in 2022, with Florida being the top destination followed by New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. The high cost of living in New York City, along with rising costs and remote work options, has driven many to seek more affordable areas. While New York saw an influx of people, it still experienced a net population loss. Wyoming, Montana, Iowa, Mississippi, and South Dakota had the fewest number of people moving from New York. The top reasons for Americans moving in 2022 were to improve their quality of life, live in a cheaper area, and get a bigger home.