U-Haul Data Shows Continued Migration to Sunbelt States
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United States — U-Haul's 2025 Growth Index shows ongoing population shifts toward Sunbelt states, with Texas ranked first, followed by Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee and South Carolina. The report, based on more than 2.5 million one-way transactions, lists California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York and Massachusetts among states with the largest net outflows. Cities such as Myrtle Beach and parts of Utah recorded increased inbound moves; Tennessee noted job-related growth from companies expanding in region. U-Haul cited political trends among top and bottom states. Local outlets reported year-over-year percentage changes and regional impacts. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. 2020: Pandemic-era mobility patterns amplify moves from some high-cost states.
- 2. 2025: U-Haul publishes Growth Index from over 2.5 million one-way transactions.
- 3. 2025: U-Haul lists Texas, Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina as top growth states.
- 4. 2025: Local reports show Myrtle Beach, Utah cities, and Middle Tennessee with notable inbound increases.
- 5. 2025–2026: Coverage highlights persistent outflows from states like California, New York and Massachusetts.
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