Map Shows the States Americans Are Moving To and Leaving
Summary
Americans are moving more to states in the South and Mountain West, like South Carolina and Texas, while states like Vermont, Hawaii, and California are losing residents. High costs of living and job opportunities seem to influence where people choose to live.Key Facts
- Vermont had the largest population decrease from July 2024 to July 2025, dropping by 0.3%.
- Hawaii and California also saw population declines during this period.
- South Carolina showed the fastest population growth at 1.46%, with Idaho, North Carolina, and Texas also growing quickly.
- States with slow or negative growth tend to have a high cost of living, including Hawaii, California, Alaska, and New York.
- High living costs include expensive housing, groceries, and healthcare.
- The overall U.S. population growth is slowing to less than 1% annually.
- New England states have older populations, while the South maintains a younger demographic.
- Younger people often leave rural areas like Maine to seek better jobs in bigger cities.
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