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Population Trends

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us-news1 year ago•2 min saved

Americans Relocate South and Midwest for Family and Affordability in 2024

In 2023, the top five states Americans moved away from were California, Florida, New York, Texas, and Illinois, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. California saw the highest outflow with 690,502 residents leaving, primarily moving to Texas, Arizona, and Nevada. Despite high out-migration, states like Florida, Texas, and California also attracted many new residents, indicating high migration turnover influenced by factors such as job opportunities, housing costs, and lifestyle preferences. New York's out-migration is driven by high living costs and the shift to remote work.

via Visual Capitalist|

#domestic-relocation #migration #population-trends

population-trends1 year ago•5 min saved

The Exodus from California: Why Residents are Leaving

California's population has dropped to an estimated 38.9 million, down by 573,000 from its peak in 2020, with out-of-state migration being the main cause. Reasons for the exodus include high cost of living, particularly housing, and remote work opportunities during the pandemic. The state's high taxes, regulatory challenges, and political climate have also contributed to the population loss. This decline may lead to less congestion but also less tax revenue and political influence, with potential future impacts on the state's budget and representation in Congress.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#california #governor-newsom #housing-cost

health-global-demographics1 year ago•5 min saved

"Revised: COVID-19's Impact on Life Expectancy Greater Than Expected"

A study published in The Lancet reveals that the COVID-19 pandemic led to a global decrease in average life expectancy by 1.6 years between 2019 and 2021, with significant mortality increases among older individuals. Despite the pandemic's devastating impact, child mortality continued to decline, albeit at a slower pace, with stark regional differences. The study also highlights unprecedented population trends, including declining global population growth and aging populations, posing significant social, economic, and political challenges for the future.

via SciTechDaily|

#covid-19 #global-burden-of-disease-study #health-global-demographics

population-trends1 year ago•3 min saved

"Boomers Ditch Florida for Appalachia: The New Retirement Hotspot"

Affluent baby boomers, dubbed "halfbacks," are increasingly leaving Florida for southern Appalachia to escape extreme weather and high costs. This migration has led to a population spike in rural counties, driving sustained development and upscale amenities in once heavily rural areas. The influx of new residents has also sparked concerns about suburban sprawl and the impact on local communities in southern Appalachia.

via Business Insider|

#baby-boomers #florida #population-spike

demographics2 years ago•5 min saved

"Post-Pandemic America: U.S. Population Trends Revert to Pre-Crisis Patterns"

The U.S. population is returning to pre-pandemic norms as the number of annual deaths decreased and migration patterns reverted to pre-2020 levels, resulting in a population gain of 1.6 million people in 2023. The South accounted for 87% of the nation's growth, while the Midwest and West also experienced population increases. More states gained population in 2023 compared to previous years, reflecting a broader national trend. Puerto Rico's population decline slowed, and the U.S. territory saw positive net migration for the first time since the pandemic began.

via U.S. Census Bureau|

#covid-19-pandemic #demographics #migration

climate-change2 years ago•4 min saved

Rising flood risk prompts mass migration and neighborhood abandonment

Flooding caused by climate change is driving millions of people to move out of their homes, impacting both prosperous and declining communities across the United States. A study by First Street Foundation reveals that in the first two decades of the 21st century, over 7 million people avoided or abandoned risky areas due to the threat of flooding. Climate change is intensifying hurricanes and increasing rainfall, leading researchers to predict that millions more will choose to relocate in the coming decades. The study also highlights the winners and losers at the neighborhood level, with flood-prone areas experiencing population decline while safer cities like Chicago are expected to attract more residents.

via The Associated Press|

#climate-change #climate-migration #flood-risk

health2 years ago•4 min saved

U.S. Birthrates Continue to Decline, Teen Births Hit Record Low

The teen birthrate in the US fell by 3% in 2022, reaching another record low, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The decline is smaller than in previous years, indicating that the nation may be reaching a plateau. Access to contraception and comprehensive sex education has driven the decrease in teen births, which are down nearly 80% from the early 1990s. Birthrates in women aged 35 to 44 rose, while the number of babies born to Black mothers declined. Immigrants have been propping up the US population rates for a long time.

via NBC News|

#comprehensive-sex-education #contraception #health