Texas Is #1 Most Popular State People Are Moving To

Texas, once again, takes the lead as the most sought-after state for movers in 2023. 

U-HAUL DATA REVEALS TEXAS AS #1 DESTINATION

The data, derived from over 2.5 million one-way U-Haul transactions across the U.S. and Canada, unveils the Lone Star State as the top destination.

• Remarkably, Texas is the No. 1 growth state for the second consecutive year and the fifth time since 2016.
• Despite a slight dip of nearly 11% in the influx of one-way U-Haul customers to Texas compared to 2022, the state witnessed a more significant decline of over 11% in departures.
  • This nuanced trend suggests a slowdown in overall moving activity rather than a decline in Texas' appeal.

U-HAUL LIST REVEALS MOST AND LEAST DESIRED PLACES

According to the list, Texas, Florida and the Carolinas were the preferred destinations of one-way U-Haul® truck customers during 2022, ranking as the top growth states on the annual U-Haul Growth Index."

Here are the top 10 states people are moving to and staying:

1. TEXAS
2. FLORIDA
3. SOUTH CAROLINA
4. NORTH CAROLINA
5. VIRGINIA
6. TENNESSEE
7. ARIZONA
8. GEORGIA
9. OHIO
10. IDAHO 

Here are the top 10 states people are leaving and not returning:

10. ALASKA
9. OKLAHOMA
8. ARKANSAS
7. MARYLAND
6. NEW JERSEY
5. NEW YORK
4. MASSACHUSETTS
3. MICHIGAN
2. ILLINOIS
1. CALIFORNIA 

The resilience of Texas as a favored relocation hub underscores its enduring popularity among individuals seeking a new home. As the state continues to attract movers for the third consecutive year, it solidifies its reputation as a top choice for those embarking on a fresh chapter in their lives.