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The Brief
- South Carolina tops U-Haul’s 2024 Growth Index for the first time, with more than 51.7% of moves into the state.
- Texas and Florida drop from their usual dominance, ranking second and fourth respectively.
- California ranks last for the fifth year in a row, reflecting high outbound migration.
South Carolina has claimed the top spot in U-Haul’s 2024 Growth Index, unseating Texas and Florida as the nation’s most popular moving destinations. The data, based on over 2.5 million one-way U-Haul trips, reflects a growing trend of migration to Southeastern states as Americans seek more affordable living, better job opportunities, and improved quality of life.
While Texas and Florida remain popular, ranking second and fourth respectively, South Carolina’s rise highlights a shift in where movers are heading. Meanwhile, California continues to see the highest outbound migration, ranking last on the index for the fifth consecutive year.
How U-Haul measures migration trends
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