Number of Americans Moving to Florida Plummets
Summary
The number of Americans moving to Florida has dropped significantly by 93% over three years. This decline is due to fewer people moving to the state as pandemic-related patterns changed, with workers returning to offices and Florida seeing increased living costs. Despite this, Florida remains a top destination for international migrants.Key Facts
- Migration to Florida decreased by 93% from 2022 to 2025.
- Florida gained only 22,517 new residents from net domestic migration in 2025.
- During the COVID-19 pandemic, Florida was a popular choice for professionals due to lower living costs and remote work.
- The return to office work and high housing costs in Florida contributed to the decline.
- Florida now ranks eighth in net migration, behind states like South Carolina and Texas.
- Despite the domestic migration drop, Florida had the highest net international migration in the U.S. with 178,674 international arrivals.
- Higher home prices, insurance costs, and hurricane risks are factors discouraging moves to Florida.
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